🐟 Easy Cajun Garlic Butter Cod – Ready in 20 Minutes!

Want a quick, delicious dinner that tastes like a restaurant meal? Try this Cajun Garlic Butter Cod! It takes just 20 minutes, uses one pan, and brings big flavor with spicy Cajun seasoning, buttery sauce, and tender asparagus.

This meal is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress someone without a lot of work!

🍽 What You’ll Need

For the Fish:

• 4 pieces of cod fillets or cod loins
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 shallot, chopped
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional for heat)
• 1 tsp dried sage or thyme
• 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 8 oz asparagus
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley (plus extra for garnish)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice

👩‍🍳 How to Make It

Step 1: Season the Cod

• Pat the fish dry with paper towels.
• Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.

Step 2: Cook the Fish

• In a large pan, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter on medium-high heat.
• Cook the cod for 3 minutes, then flip and cook 2 more minutes.
• Take it out of the pan and set aside.

Step 3: Make the Sauce

• Lower heat to medium.
• Add garlic and shallots. Cook for 2 minutes until soft.
• Add paprika, sage, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.

Step 4: Simmer

• Pour in the broth. Let it boil.
• Stir in the butter until it melts into the broth.

Step 5: Add the Veggies

• Add asparagus and parsley.
• Let it cook for 3 minutes until the asparagus is tender.

Step 6: Finish the Dish

• Put the cod back into the pan.
• Let it heat up for another 3 minutes.
• Squeeze lemon juice over everything and sprinkle with parsley.

🍴 Serving Ideas

This dish tastes great on its own or with:

• Steamed rice
• Mashed potatoes
• Crusty bread
• Creamy polenta

Add a slice of lemon and a glass of white wine if you want to get fancy!

❤️ Why This Dish Works

• Cod is light and healthy, with a soft texture.
• Cajun spices add bold flavor without being too hot.
• Garlic butter sauce is rich and creamy, but not too heavy.
• Asparagus adds color, crunch, and healthy nutrients.
• One pan = easy cleanup!

💪 Health Benefits

• High in protein
• Low in fat
• Full of vitamins and minerals
• Only around 536 calories per serving

🥄 Final Thoughts

This Cajun Garlic Butter Cod is a quick, healthy, and super flavorful meal. It looks fancy, but it’s really simple to make. You don’t need special skills or ingredients—just a pan, some fish, a few spices, and butter.

It’s a great way to bring something special to your dinner table, even when you’re short on time. Try it once, and it might just become your new favorite!