Our Easy Haddock Recipe on Stovetop

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Looking for an easy and tasty haddock recipe? This stovetop version is quick, healthy, and not too fishy which perfect for weeknights or feeding a crowd.

Haddock Recipes

I typically will cook this haddock recipe on Christmas Eve because it cooks fast on the stove top (which means I can use the oven for other recipes), feeds a large crowd and can be served with angel hair pasta.

The Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve has been a long time tradition in my family (more so for my son now) and this easy haddock recipe is perfect when preparing 7 fish dinners!

Cooking Haddock In Tomatoes: Stovetop

Step 1: Saute Haddock

To cook haddock on the stove, start by seasoning the fish with your favorite spices.

Add the olive oil, butter and garlic to the saucepan and cook on low for about 5 minutes then add the onions and and saute on low/medium heat for about 10 minutes.

Step 2: Add Vegetables

Add mushrooms, tomatoes and olives.

Bring to a boil.

Step 3: Add Haddock Fillets

Once the sauce comes to a boil, add the haddock fillets. You can substitute the haddock with cod fish fillets or any white fish as well.

Sprinkle with salt, pepper and parsley. 

Cover and let boil for 3-5 minutes then simmer for 15 minutes or until fish is cooked.

The haddock will be done when it breaks off with a fork and is flakey. You will notice the fish start to break apart as it cooks.

What To Serve With Haddock

What can you serve with haddock?

It really depends on what you love, but here are a few easy go-to options that pair perfectly with this light, flavorful fish:

• Rice – A great base for soaking up the tomato sauce.
• Angel hair pasta – Light and quick to cook, it complements the delicate fish.
• Fresh salad – A crisp green salad keeps things light and balances the meal.
• Homemade bread – Perfect for dipping into the sauce (and always a crowd-pleaser).

Easy Haddock Recipe

Delicious easy haddock recipe that we always prepare for our Christmas Eve Feast of the Seven Fishes celebration. Haddock recipes are perfect for large crowds and not very fishy tasting so even kids will enjoy.

Print Instructions

Supply List

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 stick butter or margarine
• 1 tbsp crushed garlic
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 packaged sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup white wine
• 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley
• salt and pepper
• 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 ounce I prefer the tomato basic and oregano flavor
• 1.5 lbs haddock may substitute with cod

Instructions : Step by Step

• Instructions below. Serves between 2 and 4 people.
• Add the olive oil, butter and garlic to the saucepan and cook on low for about 5 minutes then add the onions and and saute on low/medium heat for about 10 minutes.
• Next add sliced black olives and white wine.
• Add diced tomatoes and bring to a boil.
• Once the sauce comes to a boil, add the haddock. You can substitute with cod as well.
• Sprinkle with salt, pepper and parsley. Cover and let boil for 3-5 minutes then simmer for 15 minutes or until fish is cooked. The haddock will be done when it breaks off with a fork and is flakey. You will notice the fish start to break apart as it cooks.
• Serve over rice or angel hair pasta.

Tips

Serve haddock with angle hair pasta

Servings: 6 servings

Author: Jessica Bruno

You can season the fish with whatever seasoning you like ( I like the seasonings that say “for fish”) as the haddock fillets on their own do not have a lot of taste.

I prefer the juices from the tomatoes, garlic, salt and pepper to keep the taste light but feel free to try out your different options. Once the fish is cooked, you can reduce the heat and allow the fish to simmer soaking up all the yummy flavors. 

Christmas Haddock Recipe Idea

We celebrate the Feast of the Seven Fishes with a mix of Italian and English traditions and I’m in charge of the fish, and my mom handles the ham, turkey, and desserts.

I usually cook 7–9 seafood dishes on Christmas Eve, and haddock and salmon are the easiest. We make this stovetop haddock year-round because it’s simple, tasty, and kid-approved.

This haddock recipe is one of our favorite dishes on Christmas eve. It’s very light and tastes delicious. The best part, it’s really easy to cook and it doesn’t take up space in the oven.

Another fish recipe that is perfect for Christmas Eve is our crockpot easy seafood chowder.

It’s perfect for large crowds and doesn’t take up space in the oven or stovetop. I love crockpots for that reason! 

Looking for more one-pot dinner ideas, check out our latest post, 18 One-Pot Winter Dinner Recipes.

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