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Finished Herb-Crusted Halibut with crispy herb crust and lemon garnish.

Herb-Crusted Halibut

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This Herb-Crusted Halibut recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavors with a crispy, aromatic herb crust and tender, flaky fish. Perfect for special occasions or elevating weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make seafood dish combines fresh parsley, dill, chives, and lemon zest for a flavor-packed meal that’s both impressive and simple to prepare.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6-ounce) halibut fillets
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat halibut fillets dry with paper towels and prepare all fresh herbs
  2. Combine panko breadcrumbs, parsley, dill, chives, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl
  3. Brush each halibut fillet with Dijon mustard and press mustard-coated side into breadcrumb mixture
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet
  5. Sear fillets crust-side down for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip and transfer to oven
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork
  7. Let rest for 3 minutes before serving with lemon wedges

Notes

  • For extra crispy crust, broil for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking
  • Substitute any firm white fish if halibut isn’t available
  • Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a dietary-friendly version
  • Fresh herbs make all the difference – don’t substitute dried
  • Let the fish rest before serving for best texture
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet (6oz)
  • Calories: 280 Kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg