# Components:
→ Fish
01 - 4 skinless, boneless cod fillets (6 ounces each)
→ Topping
02 - 30 Ritz crackers (about 1 sleeve), crushed
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
08 - 1/4 teaspoon paprika
→ For Baking
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil for greasing the baking dish
→ Garnish
10 - Lemon wedges for serving
# Directions:
01 - Heat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
02 - Place cod fillets in a single layer in the prepared dish. Pat dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers, melted butter, parsley, lemon zest, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
04 - Spoon the cracker mixture generously over each fillet, pressing gently to adhere and cover fully.
05 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until cod is opaque and flakes easily, and topping is golden brown.
06 - Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
