My Special Crispy Baked Fish Recipe

Craving a healthy and unbelievably crispy baked fish that rivals the taste of pan-fried? This recipe, adapted from Better Homes & Gardens, delivers! Perfect for any white fish fillet – whether fresh from your catch or straight from the freezer – this recipe is a winner. We love it with trout, bass, and catfish. Get ready for flaky, flavorful fish that's light on the guilt and big on deliciousness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 284.6 kcal
Protein 62g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for My Special Crispy Baked Fish

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How to Make My Special Crispy Baked Fish

  1. Rinse fish fillets and pat thoroughly dry with paper towels.
  2. Cut fillets into 4 serving-size pieces if necessary.
  3. Measure the thickness of the thickest fillet. This determines cooking time (approximately 5 minutes per 1/2 inch of thickness).
  4. Set up three shallow dishes: one with 1/2 cup milk, one with 1 cup all-purpose flour, and one for the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. In the third dish, combine 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon dried dill, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons melted butter to the breadcrumb mixture and stir until evenly moistened and crumbly.
  7. Dip each fish piece in milk, then dredge in flour, ensuring it's fully coated.
  8. Dip the floured fish back into the milk, then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
  9. Gently press crumbs onto the fish to ensure they adhere well.
  10. Place fish on a greased baking sheet. For extra flavor, place thin onion rings and a squeeze of lemon juice under and over the fish.
  11. Bake uncovered at 450°F (232°C) for the time determined in step 3 (approx. 5 minutes per 1/2 inch thickness). A 1-inch thick fillet will bake for approximately 10 minutes.
  12. Check for doneness by inserting a fork into the thickest part; the fish should flake easily.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

27g

Carbs

5g