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5-Ingredient Garlic Parmesan Tilapia Recipe

A delicious, easy, and healthy parmesan-crusted tilapia made with only 5 ingredients and ready in 15 minutes!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 4 tilapia fillets (about 8 ounces each)
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan
  • Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional, for serving: lemon wedges; chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to BROIL on HIGH and place a rack about 5-6 inches from the broiler unit. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. Pat tilapia dry and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  3. Combine melted butter, lemon juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Brush the butter mixture on both sides of the fish.
  4. Place the fish on the prepared baking sheet, bottom side UP, and broil for 5 minutes. Flip the fish over, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and return to the broiler for 5-6 more minutes. The fish will flake easily with a fork when it’s done.
  5. Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley.

Notes

  • Always keep a close eye on food when it's under the broiler, as it can burn very quickly.
  • To know when the fish is done, gently insert the tines of a fork into the thickest part of a fillet. Twist the fork at a 45 degree angle. If the flesh of the fish is fork-tender and flakes easily, it’s done! If you prefer to use an instant read thermometer, the fish is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
  • If you like the flavor of Old Bay seasoning, you can add a dash of Old Bay to the melted butter mixture and then brush it on the fish. Paprika, garlic salt, onion powder, or lemon pepper would also be great additions to the butter mixture.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1(8 ounce) fillet Calories 250kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 37g (74%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 105mg (35%) Sodium 234mg (10%) Potassium 559mg (16%) Vitamin A 230IU (5%) Vitamin C 14.3mg (16%) Calcium 93mg (9%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250

% Daily Value*

Serving 1(8 ounce) fillet
Calories 250kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 37g 74%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 105mg 35%
Sodium 234mg 10%
Potassium 559mg 12%
Vitamin A 230IU 5%
Vitamin C 14.3mg 16%
Calcium 93mg 9%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.