Description
This Garlic Parmesan Crusted Halibut is the ultimate easy, elegant seafood dish. Light, flaky halibut fillets are baked with a crispy garlic-parmesan crust, delivering buttery texture and bold flavor in every bite — perfect for a restaurant-quality dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 halibut fillets (about 6 ounces each, skinless)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Optional: Add a pinch of paprika or red chili flakes for extra flavor.
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, melted butter, olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Mix until crumbly.
- Season the Halibut: Pat fillets dry with a paper towel. Place on the prepared baking sheet and lightly brush the tops with olive oil or butter.
- Add the Crust: Spoon the breadcrumb mixture over each fillet, pressing gently to form a thick, even layer.
- Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges for a bright finish.
Notes
- Use fresh halibut for best texture and flavor.
- Do not overbake — halibut dries out quickly.
- Lemon zest enhances the flavor beautifully.
- Mix topping right before baking to keep crumbs crisp.
- Pair with roasted veggies or a light salad for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Seafood
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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