Baked Tilapia Parmesan
Elevate your seafood dinner game with this irresistible Baked Tilapia Parmesan recipe, a quick and easy weeknight favorite that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Each tender tilapia fillet is coated in a rich, creamy Parmesan topping infused with tangy lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant spices like basil and paprika. The optional breadcrumb addition provides a touch of satisfying crunch, while a quick broil at the end ensures a golden, bubbly finish. Perfectly flaky and full of flavor, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp garden salad, making it an ideal choice for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal. Effortless to prepare and elegantly simple, this baked tilapia recipe will quickly become a staple in your dinner rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cups Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 cups Breadcrumbs (optional for extra crunch)
- 1 as needed Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or a drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking.
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel and place them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried basil, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well until you create a smooth, flavorful spread.
Optional: If using breadcrumbs, gently fold them into the Parmesan mixture to add a crispy texture.
Evenly spread the Parmesan mixture over the tops of the tilapia fillets, ensuring each piece is fully covered.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tilapia is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. If desired, switch the oven to broil for the last 2-3 minutes to achieve a golden-brown crust.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for a minute before serving.
Serve the baked tilapia parmesan warm, garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or a lemon wedge on the side. It pairs beautifully with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.6 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 331 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 1474 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 123.5 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 520 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1610 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
