Easy Baked Tilapia (or Cod)
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Easy Baked Tilapia (or Cod)
Description
The recipe begins by preheating the oven to 400°F and preparing a topping combining panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, parsley, and melted butter. White fish fillets such as tilapia or cod are rinsed, patted dry, then placed on a greased pan. They are drizzled with melted butter and fresh lemon juice for moisture and brightness.
The breadcrumb mixture is spread evenly over each fillet. The fish is baked approximately 15 minutes until cooked through and flaky, with the topping turning golden. Broiling for the last minute is optional to achieve a crispier finish on the topping. This method keeps the fish moist while adding a crunchy, savory crust.
This baked fish pairs well with sides like steamed vegetables or rice. The topping adds texture and flavor contrast to the mild white fish. The topping can be prepared ahead for convenience.
Ingredients
- 4 white fish fillet such as cod or tilapia
- ½ lemon
- 1 ½ tablespoons butter melted
Topping
- ¼ cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese shredded
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, fresh
- 1 teaspoon butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Combine topping ingredients in a small bowl.
- Rinse tilapia filets, pat dry and place on a pan sprayed with cooking spray.
- Drizzle with butter. Squeeze lemon juice over the filets.
- Top with the Panko mixture.
- Cook 15 minutes or just until cooked through and fish is flaky.
- Broil for the last minute if desired
Notes
- Broiling the fish for the last minute enhances the crust crispness but is optional depending on your preference.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 240 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 240 | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 203mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 532mg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 390IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 8.5mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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