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Irresistibly Creamy Garlic Butter Cod Recipe You’ll Love

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
This creamy garlic butter cod is a quick and flavorful dish, perfect for a satisfying dinner with rich, buttery sauce and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

Main ingredients

  • 4 fillets Cod (Choose fresh or thawed for best texture)
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Key for that creamy, rich base)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Minced for bold aroma)
  • 1 cup Heavy cream (Adds silky texture)
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (Brightens the sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (Chopped for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil (For searing)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (To taste)
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper (To taste)

Instructions 

  • Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the fillets until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice, simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in chopped parsley and serve the sauce over the cod fillets.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cod, Creamy, garlic