Air fryer cod is an easy dinner idea that takes less than 20 minutes and you can enjoy the fillets with your favorite sides or use them to make sandwiches.
Cod Fillets Made in the Air Fryer
These fillets are cooked in the air fryer for when you need a quick dish with easy cleanup.
Why you’ll love this air fryer cod recipe:
- The fillets take less than 20 minutes to make. It’s perfect for when you want a quick dinner on the table.
- They make the perfect crispy cod sandwiches.
- This recipe uses a few simple pantry staple seasonings.
Ingredients
- Avocado oil
- Lemon or lemon juice
- Salt, pepper, dried parsley
- Cod fillets (about 11oz)
How To Make Air Fryer Cod Fillets
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F
- In a small bowl, mix together the avocado oil, lemon juice, salt, dried parsley and black pepper.
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
- Brush the seasoned oil mixture over both sides of the cod fillets. You want an even coat on both sides.
- Place the fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not overlapping.
- Cook the fillets in the air fryer for about 8 minutes, or until they are golden brown and flake easily with a fork.
- Carefully remove the cod fillets and transfer them to a serving plate.
Tips & Notes
- Don’t overcook the fillets. You want them to easily flake with a fork.
- Overlapping them will cause the fillets not to cook evenly.
- Larger fillets will take longer to cook, smaller fillets will take less time to cook.
Substitutions & Variations
- If you don’t have a lemon handy, you can use 1 ½ tablespoons of lemon juice.
- You can experiment with other spices to create flavorful cod fillets.
Serving Ideas
- Serve with your favorite veggies. Green beans are ouf favorite side to enjoy with this air fryer cod.
- Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
Can I use frozen cod fillets for this air fryer recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen cod fillets, but make sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
How do I know when the cod fillets are cooked through?
The cod fillets are cooked through when they are opaque and flake easily with a fork. You can also use a meat thermometer to ensure they reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
Can I use other types of fish instead of cod?
Yes, you can use other white fish fillets such as haddock, halibut, or tilapia. Cooking times will vary.
More Air Fryer Recipes
Air Fryer Cod
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cod fillets
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/2 of a lemon or 1 ½ tablespoons of lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F
- In a small bowl, mix together the avocado oil, lemon juice, salt, dried parsley and black pepper.
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
- Brush the seasoned oil mixture over both sides of the cod fillets. You want an even coat on both sides.
- Place the fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not overlapping.
- Cook the fillets in the air fryer for about 8 minutes, or until they are golden brown and flake easily with a fork.
- Carefully remove the cod fillets and transfer them to a serving plate.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the fillets. You want them to easily flake with a fork.
- Overlapping them will cause the fillets not to cook evenly.
- Larger fillets will take longer to cook, smaller fillets will take less time to cook.
Nutrition
Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and any changes you make to the recipe. For best results, calculate these on your own.
