Lemon Butter Cod

Two classic fish flavors, lemon and butter, paired with flaky cod, make for a quick and delicious weeknight meal that the entire family will love.

This Lemon Butter Cod is a simple, freezer-friendly meal that feels special without the extra effort. With just a couple of steps, you’ll have a delicious dinner ready in 15 minutes or less!

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Lemon Butter Cod Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 cod fillets
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• ½ tsp. smoked paprika
• ½ tsp. garlic powder
• ½ tsp. salt
• ¼ tsp. pepper

Sauce:

• 3 Tbsp. butter
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 2 Tbsp. white wine

Assembly instructions:

1. Into a large resealable freezer bag, place the cod, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix around gently to evenly coat the fish.
3. Remove excess air from the bag and seal it.
4. Into a medium bag, add butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and white wine.
5. Remove the excess air, seal, and then staple the two bags together above the seal.
6. Lay flat to freeze.

Cooking instructions.

1. Thaw.
2. Cook fish in a non-stick skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side.
3. Add the sauce ingredients to the pan in the last minute or two of cooking to allow them to heat.
4. Serve over rice, spooning extra sauce over the fish.

How to Serve this Dish

This dish can be paired with cooked white or brown rice to help soak up the delicious sauce. You can also serve with garlic mashed potatoes for a heartier meal. Steamed broccoli, asparagus, or green beans make a nice addition. For a fresh option, pair with a side salad and crusty bread.

How to Store and Serve Leftovers

You can store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat it gently to avoid drying out the fish.

You can use the leftovers to make fish tacos by serving them in warm tortillas with shredded cabbage, avocado, and a drizzle of lemony sauce or sour cream. Or add flaked cod over rice or quinoa with roasted veggies and a squeeze of fresh lemon.

For more quick and easy dinner ideas like this one, check out our Mediterranean Baked Cod, Chili Lime Shrimp, or our Cincinnati-Style Chili.

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Lemon Butter Cod

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

 

Course: Main Course

Servings: 4

Calories: 887 kcal

Ingredients

• 4 cod fillets
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• ½ tsp. smoked paprika
• ½ tsp. garlic powder
• ½ tsp. salt
• ¼ tsp. pepper

Sauce:

• 3 Tbsp. butter
• 2 clove garlic minced
• 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 2 Tbsp. white wine

Instructions

Assembly instructions:

1. Into a large resealable freezer bag, place the cod, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
2. Mix around gently to evenly coat the fish.
3. Remove excess air in the bag and seal it.
4. Into a medium bag, add butter, minced garlic, lemon juice and white wine.
5. Remove the excess air, seal and then staple the two bags together above the seal.
6. Lay flat to freeze.

Cooking instructions.

1. Thaw.
2. Cook fish in a non-stick skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side.
3. Add the sauce ingredients to the pan in the last minute or two of cooking to allow it to heat.
4. Serve over rice, spooning extra sauce over the fish.