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Fast and Easy Parmesan Crusted Tilapia Recipe

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4.3 from 13 reviews

  • Author: Hazel
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Fast and Easy Parmesan Crusted Tilapia is a flavorful and crispy fish dish featuring tender tilapia fillets coated in a zesty mixture of Panko breadcrumbs, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning, finished with a touch of lime juice and baked to golden perfection in under an hour.

Ingredients

Fish

  • 4 thawed tilapia fillets

Breading

  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Others

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it's hot and ready for baking the tilapia fillets evenly and quickly.
  2. Mix Breadcrumb Coating. In a mixing bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until well blended to create the flavorful crust mixture.
  3. Marinate Tilapia. Drizzle lime juice evenly over the thawed tilapia fillets and let them marinate for about 5 minutes, allowing the citrus to enhance the fish’s flavor.
  4. Coat Fillets. Press each tilapia fillet into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring a thorough and even coating so the crust sticks well during baking.
  5. Prepare for Baking. Place the coated fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment or lightly greased, then drizzle olive oil over the top to help the crust crisp up beautifully.
  6. Bake. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fillets are fully cooked, flaky, and the breadcrumb crust is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Garnish and Serve. Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a fresh, herbaceous finish before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For extra flavor and a bit of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Serve alongside your favorite steamed vegetables or a light garden salad to complete the meal.
  • Ensure fillets are thawed fully before cooking for even baking and optimal texture.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best taste and texture.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesbyhazel.com/fast-and-easy-parmesan-crusted-tilapia-recipe/