Air Fryer Cod

5 from 9 votes

This easy recipe for crispy Air Fryer Cod can be made in 30 minutes or less and uses much less oil than traditional recipes for fried fish. The cod fillets come out of the air fryer crispy and flavorful. Air frying is a quick, healthier method for cooking a family-friendly meal.

Prep Time10

Cook Time12

Total Time22

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 223kcal

Author: Lauren Harris

Ingredients

1 cup all purpose flour (can use gluten free)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more for sprinkling)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound cod fillets
cooking spray

Instructions

Place the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, parsley, salt and pepper in a shallow dish or bowl and whisk the eggs in a second bowl.
1 cup all purpose flour, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon parsley
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels.
1 pound cod fillets
Coat each cod fillet in flour, then dip into the egg, let the excess drip off and then dip it back into the flour to coat thoroughly. Place the coated cod fillets on a plate.
Spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with olive oil or non-stick cooking spray. Place the breaded cod fillets into the basket of your air fryer being careful to leave a little space in between each one. You may need to work in batches.
cooking spray
Spray the tops of the cod with olive oil or non-stick cooking spray. If using only flour for breading, you will want to make sure it’s all lightly moistened with either the egg or the spray to prevent dry spots during air frying.
Set your air fryer to 400°F. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, depending on the thickness of your cod fillets. Flip and cook an additional 4 to 6 minutes or until the cod is cooked through and flaky. The internal temperature of cod needs to reach 145°F on a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the thickest portion.
Transfer the cod to a paper-towel lined plate and sprinkle with salt to taste.
Serve with fresh, minced parsley, lemon slices and/or cocktail or tartar sauce, if desired.

Notes

Tips and Techniques

Ensure the cod is dry before breading. This will help the breading stick to the fish better.
The thickness of the cod fillets will cause cooking times to vary slightly. For thinner, smaller fillets, you may want to start with 4 to 5 minutes on each side then check for doneness before continuing.
Store leftover cod fillets tightly covered in the refrigerator. Reheat in an oven or toaster oven to re-crisp the breading. Consume within 3-4 days.

** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.

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