Baked Halibut

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 400° F.
2. 2
   Remove the skin from the fish either now, or before serving.
3. 3
   Sprinkle the fish with salt and pepper to taste and place it in a baking dish that has been sprayed with a little oil.
4. 4
   Melt butter in a medium-sized bowl in the microwave. Be sure to cover the top of the bowl with a paper towel to save yourself clean up time inside the microwave.
5. 5
   Combine the bread crumbs with the butter until well coated, and spoon the crumb mixture over top of the fish. Cover the top of the fish evenly.
6. 6
   Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes if about 1 inch thick; about 30 minutes if 1 1/2 inches thick. When done, the fish should flake with a fork. Begin checking the fish for flakiness 5-10 minutes before it should be done. Sprinkle it with chopped fresh chives, and serve.