Parmesan Crusted Haddock

This Parmesan Crusted Haddock tastes like it came from your favorite seafood restaurant! Tender, flaky haddock with an easy parmesan cheese and breadcrumb topping!

Sometimes making seafood at home can seem difficult, but we’re here to show you that it’s really not! Also be sure to check out our Crispy Baked Shrimp Scampi or our popular Creamy Tuscan Spaghetti Jumbo Scallops!

haddock covered in a parmesan and breadcrumb topping

Baked Haddock Recipe

We’re here to show you how easy it is to make a restaurant quality seafood dinner right in your own kitchen! This Parmesan Crusted Haddock really couldn’t be easier. All it takes is five minutes of prep time and into the oven it goes!

Haddock should be baked until firm but still slightly opaque. This fish turns out so tender, flaky and moist you’re not going to believe that you’re not sitting in your favorite seafood restaurant.

How Do You Bake Fish In The Oven?

This haddock recipe is so simple, I just can’t say it enough. Grab a few haddock filets like you see below (about 2 pounds) and dry them well with paper towels. You need to make sure that the fish is dry so that the topping will stay put and not slide off.

Start by seasoning the fish with salt and pepper. Make the topping by mixing together grated parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Old Bay seasoning and garlic powder in a bowl.

Haddock filets topped with a parmesan and mayonnaise topping

Divide the topping up between the haddock filets and spread it out to cover the top of the fish. You should have enough to cover all of the fish with a nice thick layer like you see here in this picture below.

haddock recipe with a parmesan cheese and mayonnaise topping

Some haddock filets might be thicker that others, so if you end up with more or less filets of fish you can easily make more topping if you need to. This Parmesan Crusted Haddock recipe is pretty forgiving.

How Temperature Do You Cook Haddock To?

Haddock should be cooked to a temperature of 145 degrees. The fish should flake easily with a fork, but still be moist and not dried out. Of course you can cook your fish a little more if you like it firmer, but you should really try it this way first because you won’t believe how delicious it is!

Parmesan Crusted Haddock after baking in the oven

Can I Use Other Types Of Fish For This Recipe?

Yes! You can use any fish you like, really. The cooking times may vary, but the topping and cooking method will stay the same. What you are looking for is a slightly thicker piece of fish that can hold up to the topping. Other fish ideas can include:

  • Tilapia
  • Flounder
  • Cod
  • Bass
  • Grouper
  • Halibut

This parmesan baked fish would even be delicious on top of salmon!

Parmesan Crusted Haddock on a plate with green beans and rice

What Sides Can I Serve With Baked Fish?

Oh, we’ve got sides a plenty. We’ll give you a few ideas here but head over to our Side Dishes Menu and check out a whole lot more!

Parmesan Crusted Haddock recipe with a bite on a fork

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Parmesan Crusted Haddock recipe with a bite on a fork

Parmesan Crusted Haddock

  • Author: Dan
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 Servings 1x

Parmesan Crusted Haddock tastes like it came from your favorite seafood restaurant! Tender, flaky haddock with a parmesan cheese and bread crumb topping!

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds haddock filets
  • Kosher salt and fresh black pepper (for seasoning the fish)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  2. Dry the fish filets very well with paper towels. Place the fish on a baking sheet that’s been sprayed with cooking spray or use a piece of parchment paper to line the sheet. Season the fish with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, Old Bay Seasoning, garlic powder and parsley to a bowl and mix to combine.
  4. Spread mixture on top of fish, dividing between the filets, using all of the topping. Bake for 10-12 minutes, depending on how thick your fish filet is. Remove the fish from the oven and preheat the broiler. (Remove parchment paper if using) Broil the fish for 2 minutes until the topping is browned. Serve the fish with lemon wedges and garnish with more chopped parsley.

Recipe Notes

Haddock should be cooked to a temperature of 145 degrees. If the fish flakes easily with a fork, it’s usually done!

This recipe can easily be cut in half if you’re only serving 4 or 2 people. Leftovers will keep for 2 days in the refrigerator.

If using parchment paper, remove before broiling.

  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American

 

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60 Responses
  1. Chris Peacock

    The topping is very tasty – I just added a bit of lemon zest before putting it on the fish. However, I made a bit too much topping for my purposes – can I freeze the remainder?

  2. Heather w

    Absolutely DELICIOUS!! I just wish I didn’t have to remove the parchment for the broiler part of the cooking. But that’s a minor inconvenience…its well worth it!






  3. Ally

    Hands down the BEST haddock recipe I have ever made. My family LOVED it. It is a keeper and I plan on trying your other recipes. THANK YOU !!!! THANK YOU !!!! THANK YOU !!!






  4. Debbie McIlhone

    Made this tonight and was very impressed, simple, tasty and delicious, easy to make and very nice to eat.






  5. Patti

    This was so incredibly good. I used fresh halibut (up here in Alaska) and wanted to try something in the oven. The flavors of everything were just delicious, including the next day. I cannot wait to make this again with rockfish, salmon, or even scallops. The squirt of fresh lemon at the end is a must. Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!






  6. Kathryn

    Truth be told I loathe fish. However I recognize being an adult means eating food you don’t like because it’s healthy for you. Fridays are treat nite in my house however I’m trying to be better. I found this recipe and WOW. Not only did I plow through my fish I went back for more. This recipe is absolutely delicious! Will be making it again soon. Thank you SO much.






  7. Willow

    So delicious! I often modify recipes, as we “seasoned” cooks do, but not this one… finally get my husband, who is not a fish lover, to enjoy it.. raves about it – quite a complement!






  8. Nella

    Bit confusing that the recipe states oven temp at 425degrees then the tip suggests 145 degrees for cooking haddock. Please clarify as I’m in uk and trying to work out oven setting.

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