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Easy Garlic Butter Cod With Roasted Potatoes

Easy Garlic Butter Cod With Roasted Potatoes for Cozy Nights

A quick and easy Garlic Butter Cod with Crispy Roasted Potatoes recipe, perfect for busy weeknights and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Cod Protein-packed choice rich in omega-3s
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Use plant-based butter for a dairy-free option
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Can substitute with vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used
For the Potatoes
  • 1 pound Baby Potatoes Hearty and crispy
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Enhances crispiness
  • to taste Salt Basic seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Basic seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional for color and warmth
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and halve the baby potatoes, toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, then spread on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast the potatoes for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
  4. Melt butter in a saucepan, add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and thyme.
  5. Season cod fillets with salt and pepper, then cook in a skillet with olive oil for 3–5 minutes per side.
  6. Pour garlic butter sauce over the cod and let it infuse for about a minute.
  7. Serve cod alongside roasted potatoes, garnish with fresh parsley and optional lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Pat the cod fillets dry before seasoning for better searing. Avoid crowding the pan for even cooking and crispy texture.

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