This golden crispy baked cod recipe with crunchy garlic butter panko breadcrumbs is simple to prepare and takes less than 30 minutes to make. Serve it for a family-friendly weeknight meal, or double the recipe and serve this panko-crusted cod for guests on a special occasion.
To the remaining butter, stir in the panko, paprika, and lemon zest. Spoon the buttery panko breadcrumb mixture over the top of the fish and press into the cod to create a nice crust.