Parmesan Garlic Butter Crusted Halibut. Easy breaded halibut filets (or any white fish you like) are baked with garlicky breadcrumbs and wealthy salted butter till crisp and golden. It’s simple, informal, and ideal for each weeknight household dinners and relaxed dinner events. Serve it with rice and a contemporary salad, or alongside your favourite pasta — the choices are countless. A go-to dinner everybody can get pleasure from.

So lots of you’ve gotten been asking for a non-salmon fish recipe, so right here’s my subsequent favourite: halibut. I even have a pal who completely loves sea bass (which works superbly right here too). Whereas I used to be on the Solar Valley Meals & Wine Pageant, a really candy reader particularly requested for extra halibut recipes. Right here we go!

As she shared what she loves—and what her husband and youngsters get pleasure from—the concepts began flowing. I used to be so excited to create one thing that felt good for her and her household.

With my journey to Italy, this recipe ended up being shared slightly later than deliberate, however actually, it looks like excellent timing. Perhaps even higher now, with spring rapidly approaching.

And wow, this recipe is really easy. Simply dip the fish in butter, then into garlicky, seasoned crumbs — that’s it.

Bake the fillets till they flake simply with a fork, are buttery and golden, and are completely crisp on the surface. Once I bought again from Italy, I examined the very same recipe with sea bass — similar outcome. Tender, flaky, and so good.

Actually, nearly any white fish would work superbly right here.

And the facet dish choices are countless. Rice, potatoes, pasta — all of it works. I’d in all probability begin with a easy rice pilaf, then strive a lemony pasta subsequent. And positively a contemporary salad too. Yum!

These are the Particulars

Substances 

• halibut
• Panko
• parmesan
• dried parsley
• dried basil
• dried thyme
• chili flakes
• salted butter
• lemon juice

Kitchen Instruments 

You’ll solely want a couple of easy kitchen instruments to make this recipe. Seize a massive baking sheet and line it with parchment paper for simple cleanup. Set out two shallow bowls for dredging — one for the melted butter and one for the seasoned breadcrumb combination. A small mixing bowl and a spatula are useful for combining the crumbs, and a microplane or grater works nicely for freshly grating Parmesan or garlic. Tongs (or clear palms) make coating the fish simple, and a steel spatula will assist switch the fillets to the baking sheet.

These are the steps

Step 1: Begin with the Oven

Preheat your oven good and scorching. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. I exploit parchment right here as a result of the butter can brown a bit. This retains cleanup simple.

Step 2: Soften the Butter

Soften the salted butter in a shallow bowl. In the event you solely have unsalted, simply add a pinch of salt. The butter is what provides you that wealthy, golden end, so don’t skimp.

Step 3: Combine Up the Crumbs

In one other shallow bowl, stir collectively the panko breadcrumbs, freshly grated Parmesan, numerous finely chopped garlic, and a handful of contemporary herbs. I really like parsley, however basil or thyme are so good too. Add a pinch of chili flakes, salt, and pepper.

Give all the pieces combine and style slightly pinch — it ought to already style scrumptious.

Step 4: Dip, Dip

Pat the halibut fillets dry. Dip every bit into the melted butter first, letting the surplus drip off, then press it firmly into the garlicky crumbs. I actually press the topping on so it sticks and varieties a thick, beneficiant crust.

Step 5: Onto the Pan

Place the coated fish onto your ready baking sheet. If there’s any leftover butter, drizzle it proper over the tops. That’s what helps all the pieces flip crisp and golden within the oven.

Step 6: Bake Till Golden

Bake till the fish flakes simply with a fork and the topping is deeply golden and crisp. In the event you’d like slightly additional colour, broil for the final minute — simply hold an in depth eye on it.

Step 7: End It Off

As quickly because the fish comes out of the oven, squeeze contemporary lemon juice throughout it. End with slightly additional Parmesan and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. It makes all the pieces pop.

Searching for extra recipes? Listed below are a couple of to strive:

Baked Crunchy Sizzling Honey Rooster

Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Rooster and Feta Potatoes

Sheet Pan Buffalo Rooster Pizza

Buffalo Cauliflower with Spicy Tahini Ranch

Lastly, in the event you make this Parmesan Garlic Butter Crusted Halibut, make sure to go away a remark and/or give this recipe a score! Above all, I really like listening to from you guys and all the time do my finest to reply to each remark. And naturally, in the event you do make this recipe, don’t overlook to tag me on Instagram! Trying by way of the images of recipes you all have made is my favourite!

This put up was initially printed on February 25, 2026