Parmesan Crusted Fish Recipe – Crispy, Cheesy, and Baked to Perfection!

If you’re searching for a quick, easy baked fish recipe that’s loaded with flavor and has the perfect crispy topping, this Parmesan Crusted Fish is exactly what you need. Made with flaky white fish fillets, savory garlic-seasoned panko breadcrumbs, and shredded Parmesan cheese, this dish delivers on both crunch and comfort.

Whether you’re looking for a healthy weeknight dinner, a kid-friendly fish recipe, or a low-carb seafood option, this one ticks all the boxes.

🐟 Why You’ll Love This Parmesan Crusted Fish

Crispy and golden crust thanks to seasoned panko and Parmesan
Quick oven-baked fish recipe – ready in under 20 minutes!
Simple ingredients, bold flavor
Perfect for meal prep or a light family dinner
Great alternative to fried fish without sacrificing texture

📝 Ingredients

4 Fish Fillets (tilapia, cod, haddock, or fresh fish such as perch or walleye work great)
⅓ cup Seasoned Panko Crumbs
¼ cup Parmesan Cheese, shredded
1 tsp Seasoned Garlic Salt
2 tbsp Olive Oil
Olive Oil or Cooking Spray

🔥 Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil onto a baking sheet.
In a small bowl, combine the panko crumbs, shredded Parmesan, and seasoned garlic salt.
Place fish fillets directly onto the baking sheet.
Evenly coat the top of each fillet with the panko-Parmesan mixture.
Spray the crumb topping lightly with olive oil or cooking spray to help it crisp up.
Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges or a side of your favorite vegetables.

💡 Pro Tip: Make Your Fish Taste Fresher

Soak the fish fillets in milk for 1–24 hours before cooking. This helps remove any “fishy” flavor and enhances freshness. Pat dry with a paper towel before seasoning and cooking.

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🍽️ Serving Ideas

Serve your Parmesan Crusted Fish with:

Final Thoughts

This crispy baked Parmesan fish recipe is everything you want in a simple, flavorful weeknight dinner. It’s cheesy, crunchy, and packed with garlic-seasoned goodness. Whether you’re a seafood pro or just learning how to cook fish, this one’s a keeper!

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Parmesan Crusted Fish

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: 5 ingredients or less, fish, Fish Recipes, Crispy Fish

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 25

Servings: servings

Calories: 107kcal

Equipment

1 Medium Bowl
1 Small bowl
1 Measuring cups
1 Measuring spoons

Ingredients

4 each Fish Fillets
⅓ cup Seasoned Panko Crumbs
¼ cup Parmesan Cheese Shredded
1 tsp Seasoned Garlic Salt
2 tbsp Olive Oil
Olive Oil or Cooking Spray

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
On a baking sheet place 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
In a small bowl mix together the panko crumbs, parmesan, and he seasoned garlic salt.
Place the fish fillets on the olive oil on the baking sheet. Sprinkle the panko mixture on top of the fish completely coating the top of the fillets.
Spray the panko mixture with olive oil or cooking spray.
Bake for 10-15 minutes until the fillets are flaky. Serve immediately.

Notes

To help your fish taste fresher soak the fillets in milk 1-24 hours. Before cooking, remove the fillets from the milk and pat dry with a paper towel. Discard the milk. Prepare the fillets as planned.