Baked Catfish Fillets Recipe

Name: Baked Catfish Fillets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 catfish fillets; 2 tablespoons light ranch salad dressing; 1 eggs or 2 egg whites; 6 tablespoons yellow cornmeal; 4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; 2 tablespoons flour; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper seasoning; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon basil; 1 teaspoon parsley

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2
Whisk wet ingredients together in a bowl and combine dry ingredients on a piece of wax paper.
3
Spray a glass baking dish with Pam or olive oil.
4
Rinse catfish in cool water and DRY THOROUGHLY with paper towels.
5
Dip each catfish fillet in wet ingredients and dredge in breading to coat. Just a nice, light covering is enough. Don't try to completely cover in breading.
6
Place catfish fillets in glass baking dish & refrigerate for 10 minutes. This step, plus making sure the fillets are very dry before dipping in the egg will help the breading stick to the fish and NOT the pan!
7
Bake at 425 for 10 to 12 minutes per side.
8
Serve with lemon wedges for garnish.

148

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 catfish fillets, 2 tablespoons light ranch salad dressing, 1 eggs or 2 egg whites, 6 tablespoons yellow cornmeal, and more.

Yes, Baked Catfish Fillets falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Catfish Fillets

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Variations & substitutions

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