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Garlic Butter Baked Rainbow Trout Recipe

This garlic butter baked rainbow trout comes out of the oven tender, flaky, and absolutely full of flavor and it only takes 20 minutes from start to finish. I've been making this one on repeat for years, and what I love most is how the foil traps all that garlicky butter right against the fish as it bakes, so every single bite is rich and juicy. If you're looking for a light but deeply satisfying weeknight dinner that your whole family will love, this is it.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time13 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic
Keyword: baked rainbow trout, Baked Trout, baked trout recipe, Rainbow Trout, rainbow trout recipe, Trout in Foil
Servings: 4 people
Author: Olivia Ribas

Ingredients

  • 1 pound rainbow trout fillet
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dill minced (optional)
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut a sheet of foil large enough to wrap the trout completely.
  • Then, cover the baking sheet with the aluminum foil, and place the trout fillet in the center. Then, season the trout with salt and pepper. Drizzle the melted butter over the trout until evenly coated and top with minced garlic and fresh minced dill.
    Two side-by-side images of a Rainbow Trout Recipe: the left shows a plain raw fillet on foil, while the right displays the fillet topped with oil, herbs, and seasonings, ready for cooking.
  • Fold the sides of the foil over the trout. Cover it completely.
    A rectangular baking tray covered with crinkled aluminum foil, holding a smaller, foil-wrapped Rainbow Trout Recipe in the center, sits on a light-colored surface.
  • Bake for about 13 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Then, open the foil, and broil for 3 minutes.
    A large, seasoned baked salmon fillet sits on crinkled aluminum foil, garnished with herbs and spices, with a golden, slightly crispy surface. A serving spatula is visible in the corner.

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Notes

To store – Transfer leftover trout to an airtight glass container and keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
To freeze: It's recommended to place it in an airtight container. Frozen cooked trout can generally be stored for up to 2-3 months for the best quality.
To reheat – Heat in a pan on the stove so the trout stays crispy or broil it for 1-2 minutes in the oven. You can also heat in the microwave too.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 | Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 85mg | Potassium: 663mg