Easy Blackened Catfish Filets Recipe
If you’re looking for a flavorful seafood dinner that’s quick and satisfying, this blackened catfish filets recipe is the perfect choice. Catfish is coated in bold Cajun-style seasoning and pan-seared to create a delicious crust while staying tender and flaky inside. This Southern-inspired dish comes together in minutes and pairs perfectly with classic comfort sides like macaroni and cheese, collard greens, rice, or creamed spinach. Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or a weekend comfort meal, blackened catfish delivers big flavor with simple ingredients.
Equipment
- 1 Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 large catfish fillets
- olive oil
- Slap Ya Mama! Cajun Seasoning
- Cajun Seasoning (non-salt) (optional)
- Italian Seasoning
- lemon pepper
- Paprika
- Black pepper
- 1 medium sliced bell pepper (yellow, green, or red) (optional)
- 1 small sliced onion (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse catfish fillets and pat dry.
- Place fillets on a baking or cookie sheet or large cutting board.
- Lightly sprinkle each seasoning on both sides of catfish.
- Preheat cast iron skillet on medium-low for 2 minutes.
- Drizzle a small amount of olive oil to the pan
- Depending on the size, add one fillet at a time to the pan. Cook for 6 minutes on each side (or until brown). Do not flip over multiple times.
- Set fillets aside on a plate. Add slice peppers and onions to the pan and sauté for 4 minutes. (optional)
- Reduce heat to low, add fillets back to the pan, and cover. Cook for 5 more additional minutes before turning off heat.
