Oven Fried Fish

Oven Fried Fish is a healthy way to enjoy crispy, crunchy, baked fish without the extra calories. This naturally gluten free fish recipe is on the table in less than 30 minutes! 

What is the Secret Ingredient in Oven Fried Fish?

Oven Fried Fish has a secret weapon ingredient that makes everyone who tries it lick their plates clean.

Kids and adults are powerless over this baked fish recipe because who can resist potato chips?!

Oven Fried Fish has a simple, yet irresistible topping of crushed potato chips, parmesan cheese, and crushed cereal. The chips and parmesan add flavor, while the cereal adds to the crunch and makes the breading naturally gluten free.

Is Oven Fried Fish Healthy?

Oven Fried Fish is healthier than traditional fried fish recipes because it’s not cooked in oil. The crispy topping gives the crunch of fried fish, but baking it in the oven saves on calories.

Also, the fish is topped with breading rather than coating it on all sides. Not only does this make the fish recipe lighter, but saves time preparing the recipe.

There’s no need to dredge in flour, dip in egg, and then coat in breading. Simply sprinkle on the easy topping, throw in the oven, and enjoy!

If you love healthy fish recipes, try Parmesan Crusted Tilapia, Mexican Fish, or Grilled Salmon in foil.

How to Make Oven Fried Fish

1. Crush potato chips and cereal in a plastic bag with a rolling pin.
2. Mix together potato chips, cereal, parmesan, paprika, and melted butter.
3. Pat fish dry. TIP: Line a baking sheet with a paper towel, lay fish on top, and then pat down another paper towel on top.
4. Transfer fish to greased baking sheet. Sprinkle crunchy topping over fish and bake.

Healthy Substitutions

To provide that comforting crispness, Oven Fried Fish recipe uses potato chips and crushed gluten free cereal, such as Corn or Rice Chex, or Rice Krispies.

I prefer using cereal over breadcrumbs because it plays up the texture. Plus cereal is more accessible and cheaper than speciality gluten free breadcrumbs. 

To make the Oven Fried Fish recipe lighter, reduce the amount of potato chips, but add in the same amount of crushed cereal. For instance, if the crushed potato chips are reduced by 1/4 cup, add 1/4 cup more crushed cereal.

TIP: If the amount of potato chips is reduced, you may want to add 1/8 – 1/4 teaspoon salt to topping.

Forgoing the tartar sauce will also save calories. Serve with lemon wedges instead.

more modifications

• Use any flaky, mild white fish such as tilapia, cod, flounder, swai, grouper, or catfish. Baking times will depend on the thickness of the fish.
• Swap out any type of preferred potato chip –  baked (will also save calories), salt & vinegar, BBQ, tortilla chips, etc.
• Substitute any neutral tasting cereal – Corn Chex, Rice Chex, Rice Krispies, or Corn Flakes (Corn Flakes are not gluten free)
• Grated Parmesan can be substituted for the freshly grated parmesan cheese.

How to Reheat

The best way to reheat cooked fish is to avoid the microwave. Using an oven or toaster oven gives better results because the fish can be reheated gently and maintain its crunchy topping.

1. Preheat oven to300ºF.
2. Place a large piece of foil on a baking sheet and lay fish on top of foil. Fold up the sides of the foil so it’s loosely tenting the fish.
3. Bake until fish is heated through. This will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish.

What to Serve With Fish

• Crispy Oven Baked Fries
• Bacon Brussels Sprouts
• Roasted Parmesan Ranch Potatoes
• Grilled Zucchini
• Bacon Roasted Green Beans & Potatoes
• Also makes a great main dish to serve with mac and cheese!

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