Baked Trout Fillets with Bread Stuffing

Elevate your seafood dinner with this irresistible recipe for Baked Trout Fillets with Bread Stuffing—a perfect combination of tender, flaky trout and a savory, herb-infused bread stuffing. Featuring a base of day-old bread brought to life with sautéed onions, celery, garlic, fresh parsley, and a hint of lemon zest, this dish harmoniously blends vibrant flavors and hearty textures. Moisturized with a touch of chicken or vegetable broth and baked to golden perfection, the stuffing sits atop delicate trout fillets, creating a satisfying, one-dish meal. A final squeeze of fresh lemon juice ties everything together, making this baked trout recipe a light yet comforting option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Ready in just under an hour, it pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces trout fillets
• 2 cups day-old bread
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 stalks, finely chopped celery stalks
• 3 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 zest and juice lemon
• 0.75 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with olive oil and set aside.

Step 2

Tear the day-old bread into small pieces and place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sauté the finely chopped onion and celery until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

Step 4

Transfer the sautéed mixture to the bowl of bread pieces. Stir in the chopped parsley, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, mixing gently until the bread is moistened but not soggy. Set the stuffing mixture aside.

Step 6

Rinse the trout fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place the fillets, skin-side down, in the prepared baking dish.

Step 7

Spoon the bread stuffing evenly onto the trout fillets, pressing down lightly to help it adhere.

Step 8

Slice the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter into small pieces and dot them over the top of the stuffing.

Step 9

Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the trout is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the stuffing is golden brown on top.

Step 11

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish before serving, and serve hot with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2346.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3851.0

Total Fat 184.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 790.7mg	0%
Sodium 5532.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 283.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.6g	0%
Total Sugars 42.4g
Protein 253.0g	0%

Vitamin D 5428.6IU	0%
Calcium 1481.7mg	0%
Iron 30.3mg	0%
Potassium 5919.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.6%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 29.8%