Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish Fillets
This breadcrumb crusted baked fish fillets are really simple, easy and effortless! Breadcrumbs, fragrant Parmesan, fresh herbs add tons of flavor. The best part is it gets baked for just 15 minutes in the oven and you have a delicious healthy meal all good to go.
Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish FIllets
I don’t do much fish at home. Do you? As a kid, I grew up with fish almost thrice a week. Simple pan-fried fish, sometimes a curry or even fish cakes.
My mom worked on a system that kept her organized and we as kids knew what to expect. For example, we had fish at home three times a week which was mon, wed, and thur. Then we had vegetarian meals twice a week which was Tuesday and Friday and meat the other two days. Our vegetarian meals usually would be a lot of lentils, beans and we loved it very much.
I usually start the week with fish and I do it only once a week. I think it’s mostly because I have to rely on frozen fish here. We do get fresh but it’s not as affordable as it should be honestly.
Anyway, we love to eat fish. And I love keeping fish simple. Like this one Breadcrumb crusted. It’s got Parmesan and onion, garlic herbs. You going to love it.
Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish Fillets
Let’s talk Ingredients and Substitutes
- Fish – Use a fleshy fish that you will enjoy under all the delicious crispy topping. I use either Sea Bass or Tilapia because that’s what I get here. If you get fresh it’s always the best. If you have to rely on frozen like me then thaw the fish well before you cook it so it cooks evenly. I prefer to thaw in the fridge overnight but fish thaws really fast so a quick dip in the water for 15 minutes works great too!
- Breadcrumbs – I always use fresh breadcrumbs for this – makes it really nice and tender, plus you have to use less oil. The best is, of course, leftover stale bread. If you don’t have stale bread just place it in the freezer for two minutes before you pulse it in the food processor. It won’t become mush.
- Cheese – Parmesan really adds a nice nutty taste and is not so cheesy. I like cheddar but by all means, add a cheese that you love!
- Onion and garlic – I do love onion in this topping. It adds a nice texture, bite as well as it’s very good for you. Garlic does what it always does best – adds so much flavor. However, you may choose to omit these too or substitute it with onion and garlic powder.
- Lemon Juice – NO it does not make the fish lemony but it does take away any fishy smells (if any) And helps bring all the flavors together beautifully.
Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish Fillets
What do you serve baked fish with?
So much to serve with this dish. As you can see today I made some roasted carrots and cauliflower with a side of Focaccia bread. Sometimes, I make Mashed Potatoes or my Lemon Dill Potatoes. If I choose to do rice I make my Rice Pilaf with fruit and nuts.
Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish Fillets
Recipe – Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish Fillets (Save/Pin)
Tools
Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish FIllets
Ingredients
- Fish fillet – 3 pieces (Seabass or Tilapia)
- Onion – 1/4 cup (finely chopped)
- Garlic – 1 small minced
- Cilantro or parsley – 1/4 cup chopped
- Fresh bread crumbs – 1 cup
- Parmesan cheese – 2 tbsp grated
- Cheddar cheese – 1/4 cup grated
- Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
- Olive oil – 4 tbsp
- Salt and pepper to taste.
Method:
Prepare
- Preheat the oven at 190 C / 380 F
- Clean, wash and pat dry the fish fillets.
- Place the fish in a baking tray lined with foil for easy cleanup.
- Season the fish fillets with salt, pepper, and lemon juice – set aside.
Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish Fillets
Cook onions
- I prefer to cook the onions and garlic before I add it to the bowl but you are welcome to add it raw if desired.
- Add 1 tbsp cooking oil to a saute pan and cook the onions and garlic for just two minutes on medium heat until translucent
Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish Fillets
Prepare breadcrumb mix
- In a bowl – add onion, garlic, herbs, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Cheddar, salt, and pepper.
- Stir well to combine.
- Add remaining olive oil.
- Mix until the olive oil evenly coats the breadcrumbs and looks crumbly (not too wet nor too dry)
Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish Fillets
Bake the fish fillets
- Divide the breadcrumb mixture approximately between the fillets (approximately 1/2 cup for each)
- Spread the breadcrumbs over the fillets
- Bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until the fish is flaky when touched with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before you transfer to a platter.
- To transfer to a platter – just use a large flat spatula.
Don’t forget to save this recipe on Pinterest for later.
You can find a collection of my tutorials and recipes here on Pinterest.
Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish Fillets
Breadcrumb Crusted Baked Fish Fillets
Ingredients
- 3 pieces Fish fillet Sea bass or Thilapia
- 1/4 cup Onion finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic small, minced
- 1/4 cup Cilantro or parsley chopped
- 1 cup Fresh breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese grated
- 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese grated
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 4 tbsp Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions
Prepare
- Preheat the oven at 190 C / 380 F
- Clean, wash and pat dry the fish fillets.
- Place the fish in a baking tray lined with foil for easy cleanup.
- Season the fish fillets with salt, pepper, and lemon juice - set aside.
Cook onions
- I prefer to cook the onions and garlic before I add it to the bowl but you are welcome to add it raw if desired.
- Add 1 tbsp cooking oil to a saute pan and cook the onions and garlic for just two minutes on medium heat until translucent
Prepare breadcrumb mix
- In a bowl - add onion, garlic, herbs, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Cheddar, salt, and pepper.
- Stir well to combine.
- Add remaining olive oil.
- Mix until the olive oil evenly coats the breadcrumbs and looks crumbly (not too wet nor too dry)
Bake the fish fillets
- Divide the breadcrumb mixture approximately between the fillets
- Spread the breadcrumbs over the fillets (approx 1/2 cup for each)
- Bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until the fish is flaky when touched with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before you transfer to a platter.
- To transfer to a platter - just use a large flat spatula.
Nutrition Information
Do you like easy cooking like me. Don’t forget to check out my list of recipes here. Or perhaps you looking for just Appetizers and Sides
Tried this recipe last week and it was absolutely delicious. Love the addition of Parmesan. Was perfect.
Thank you Hannah. yeey! So happy you had enjoyed this recipe. Thank you ! And thanks for coming back to write this feedback. Have a wonderful day.
Nothing can go wrong with breadcrumb crusted.. anything should be good and yummy! thx for sharing the recipe
So true Citra.. Breadcrumb crust is absolutely delicious.
I love fish – love! Especially Salmon. I wonder if this breadcrumb mixture would taste good on salmon? My daughter and I are the only ones in my family who like fish so I’m going to give this recipe a try!
I’m sure it will Amanda. I love salmon as well. But have not tried this one yet. Do give it a try and let me know.
We make a LOT of fish at home, though we don’t ever crust them like this. That’s changing this week, and I absolutely cannot wait. Thank you!
I wish I could do more fish at home too Erin But it does become an expensive affair and have to use frozen lol..
That sounds lovely!
We end up eating a fair bit of tilapia (because it’s in the budget…) and sometimes I just need something different from my usual recipe.
I know what you mean Anne. We need a little change once in a while.
This looks so pretty and yummy. I love adding a little crunch of breadcrumbs when baking fish.
Absolutely. Thanks Cheryl.
We have fish at least once a week, as well, and this is a simple yet super tasty way of showcasing a beautiful fillet.
Absolutely Nicoletta. Very easy to do.
I love the bread crumb idea to made like a filling, will have to try this.
Thanks Diana. Yes, the breadcrumb are definitely worth trying
i dont make fish as often as i should but this is something doable…i will have to try this soon.
Absolutely doable! You must try soon.
This breaded fish fillets look so good. I love fish that are breadcrumb crusted! I will be making this for hubby and I real soon!! Awesome recipe!
Great to hear that Elaine. Let me know what you think when you do try it.
How come I never thought of this ? I use fish fillets a lot. I’m going to crust them with seasoned home made breadcrumbs. Great idea. Thanks!
Ha.. happens to us all Aish – Enjoy !
This mix of herbs and Parmesan sounds delicious. I usually fry my fish, but I’d love to try this baked. Sounds super healthy and yummy!
I love baked Fish Michelle. And the crust on this is a real treat.
I love a nice baked fish with a crispy topping like this, The combination of flavors and textures is fantastic! Thanks for sharing your recipe!
Thank you Analida
It Looks Excellent ..I love cooking fish like this!!OOooohh.. mouth watering:)