Creamy Crab Topped Tilapia
Elevate your seafood dinner game with this decadent Creamy Crab Topped Tilapia. Succulent tilapia fillets are baked to perfection, topped with a rich, creamy blend of lump crab meat, tangy cream cheese, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant green onions. Finished with a blanket of golden, bubbling Parmesan cheese, this dish exudes restaurant-quality elegance in just 35 minutes. A hint of paprika and garlic powder adds depth of flavor, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley makes for a show-stopping garnish. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe is a deliciously easy way to enjoy seafood at home. Pair it with steamed veggies, fluffy rice, or a crisp salad for a complete, mouthwatering meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces tilapia fillets
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush the fillets with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, green onion, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold the lump crab meat into the cream cheese mixture, being careful not to break up the chunks of crab.
Spoon the creamy crab mixture evenly on top of each tilapia fillet, spreading it out to cover the surface.
Sprinkle each fillet with grated parmesan cheese for a golden, bubbly topping.
Bake the tilapia in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The topping should be slightly golden and bubbling.
Remove the fillets from the oven and let them rest for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. This dish pairs beautifully with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 92.5 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.7 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 518 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 4086 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 157.9 g | 316% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 452 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2560 mg | 54% | |
*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.
