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Air Fryer Cod

Crispy Air Fryer Cod: Enjoy This Easy, Tasty Recipe in No Time!

Air Fryer Cod gives you crispy fish with less oil—easy to cook, tasty, and perfect for a healthy weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Appetizer / main course
Cuisine  American-inspired seafood
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb cod fillets cut into 4 pieces
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs or gluten-free alternative
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg beaten
  • Olive oil spray or cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
  • In a shallow bowl, mix panko, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Dip cod fillets into beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
  • Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil, place the cod pieces in a single layer.
  • Spray tops of the fish lightly with oil.
  • Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve immediately with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or a side salad.
Keyword air fryer, cod, crispy fish, healthy, low oil, quick dinner, seafood, weeknight, gluten-free option