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Description
A simple and delicious dish featuring tilapia coated in a crispy parmesan crust, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow bowl, mix parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Brush tilapia fillets with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Coat each fillet evenly with the parmesan mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Place on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and fish flakes easily.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2 minutes.
- Substitute panko breadcrumbs for a crunchier texture.
- Pair with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg