Air Fryer Cod

Quick and flavorful air-fried cod with a simple Cajun seasoning for a delicious weeknight meal.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings 2 servings

2 cod fillets (6 ounces each) about 1 to 1½ inches thick
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
salt to taste (recipe uses ½ teaspoon in seasoning blend)
freshly ground black pepper to taste (recipe uses ¼ teaspoon in seasoning blend)

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix the Cajun seasoning with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
Drizzle the fillets with the olive oil and rub to coat, then sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly over all sides.
Lightly spray or brush the air fryer basket with cooking spray and place the fillets in a single layer with space between them for air circulation.
Air fry the fillets at 400°F for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F internally.
Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately.

Substitute halibut or haddock for the cod, using similar-size fillets for even cooking.
Thaw frozen cod overnight in the refrigerator before cooking.
To thaw quickly, place sealed fish under cool running water for 20–30 minutes.
Swap the Cajun seasoning for Old Bay or lemon pepper if desired.
This recipe yields two entree-sized fillets.