Mediterranean Baked Cod
This Mediterranean Baked Cod is a simple, flavorful dinner made with tender cod fillets nestled into a savory mix of onions, fennel, cherry tomatoes, garlic, and cherry peppers.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- ½ fennel bulb sliced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup cherry peppers sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 pound cod filets
- ½ cup crumbled feta
- 1 lemon, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh herbs, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400˚F. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add olive oil.
- Add onions and fennel to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until tender. Stir in garlic and cook for 60 seconds.
- Add cherry peppers and cherry tomatoes, continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in chicken broth and butter. Bring to a simmer and continue to cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Season the cod filets with salt and pepper. Nestle the cod filets into the tomato mixture. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until fish flakes through.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with crumbled feta, fresh herbs, and lemon slices.
Notes
- Use similar-sized fillets: Cod fillets that are close in size will cook evenly and finish at the same time.
- Don’t overcook: Cod is done when it flakes easily with a fork. Overbaking can cause it to dry out.
- Season lightly: Feta and cherry peppers add salt, so taste before adding extra seasoning.
- Let it rest briefly: Allow the baked cod to rest for a couple of minutes before serving so the juices redistribute.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve this cod with Sautéed Broccolini, Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes, or alongside Mushroom Risotto for a complete meal.
