This is the best Cod Oreganata recipe! My personal chef clients request it all the time. With only 5 steps, this seafood recipe is easy to make in you own kitchen. Dinner is on the table in less than 30 minutes.

4 pieces of oven baked cod oreganata with lemon slices.

Fish recipes are some of the most popular ones with my personal chef clients. Salmon, cod, swordfish, and mahi mahi are some favorites and part of a healthy way to eat.

Oven Baked Cod Oreganata is one of the healthy recipes I make on repeat. It has a super flavorful and easy to make topping of seasoned breadcrumbs, dried oregano and basil, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese and melted butter. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a bright pop flavor to this 20 minute dinner recipe.

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Why you'll love this fish oreganata recipe

Easy to make ~ This simple recipe with just a few steps and a short cooking time make it perfect for busy weeknights.
Healthy recipe ~ Cod is a rich and lean protein. It's a good source of vitamins and minerals. And i's low in fat.
Classic big flavors ~ This easy cod recipe has the classic ingredients of lemon, Italian spices, garlic and Parmesan cheese that are so delicious together. They are a delicious compliment to the delicate flavor of the cod fillets.

Ingredients & substitutions

With just a handful of ingredients, this easy dinner idea is a snap to make. Scroll to the recipe card for full quantities of the ingredients.

Cod, lemon, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and butter.

Seasoned breadcrumbs ~I recommend making your own breadcrumbs. It's a great way to use up leftover bread. But a high quality store bought brand is acceptable. For a crispier crunchier topping, substitute seasoned panko breadcrumbs for the regular breadcrumbs.
Dried oregano
Dried basil
Garlic powder
Freshly ground black pepper ~ Use a pepper mill to grind the pepper. Fresh ground pepper from peppercorns results in the most flavorful spice.
Grated Parmesan cheese ~ Freshly grated Parmesan cheese has the best flavor.
Salted butter ~ I use salted butter in all my cooking and baking. I love the flavor it adds to recipes. I recommend purchasing the best brand that you can.
Lemon slices and juice ~ Fresh lemons are readily available.
Cod fish ~ Purchase either cod fillets or cod loins. They're easy cut into individual servings. Get to know your fish monger. They can recommend the freshest quality fish to purchase. I'm partial to the thicker fillets. That way they will all cook at the same rate. Substitute any firm fish such as swordfish, salmon, halibut, haddock or mahi mahi in this fish recipe.
Fresh parsley

How to make this cod oreganata recipe

This is one of my favorite and easiest way to make oven baked cod. The recipe has only 5 easy steps and adds delicious flavor to the mild white fish. Scroll to the recipe card for the full printable recipe instructions.

Prep the baking sheet ~ Lining a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Make the crumb topping ~ Combine the in a small bowl and mix well.
Prepare the cod ~ A squeeze of lemon and the seasoned bread crumb and cheese mixture top the cod.
Bake ~ The oven does all the cooking for you. Bake the crumb topped cod in a preheated oven set to 425 degrees F fish for 12-15 minutes.
Serve ~ Sprinkle the golden brown cod with chopped parsley, top with lemon slices and serve.

Storage and heating

Most fish dishes have the most flavor and best taste when served as soon as they're made. But any leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 days. I don't recommend freezing the cooked fish. The texture can become tough.

To reheat the refrigerated baked cod, place it on a microwave safe plate and cover loosely with plastic wrap. Microwave on 60 percent power for 1 minute. Continue heating at 30 second intervals until the fish is heated through.

Fish with a crumb topping and a lemon slice.

top tip

Take the temperature ~ An instant read digital thermometer is an indispensable kitchen tool. For perfectly cooked fish, the internal temperature should be 145 degrees F.

Frequently asked questions

Should you cover cod when baking?

For this crispy topped cod dish, don't cover it when baking. You want the breadcrumb and cheese topping to be golden brown. If the fish is covered, it'll be soggy and unappetizing.

Should you bake fish on foil or parchment paper?

Either one will work when baking fish. And both help to streamline the cleanup too.

How do you keep fish moist when baking?

The key to moist baked fish is to not overcook it. Dry and chewy cod is a sign that it was baked too long. Use an instant-read thermometer to accurately check when fish is baked. The internal temperature of the fish should be 145 degrees F.