Italian Breaded Tilapia
Crispy, golden, and full of flavor, Italian Breaded Tilapia is a quick and easy dinner recipe that brings bold Italian-inspired taste to your table. Succulent tilapia fillets are coated in a savory mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning, then pan-seared to perfection and finished in the oven for a perfectly crispy crust. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough to serve guests. A squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of parsley add a bright, zesty finish to complement the tender, flaky fish. Serve it alongside a crisp salad or buttery garlic pasta for a truly satisfying meal. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is packed with flavor, easy to follow, and endlessly versatile.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
In a second shallow dish, beat the eggs until smooth.
In a third shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour for dredging.
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and begin the breading process by dredging each fillet in flour, ensuring an even, light coating.
Dip the floured fillets into the beaten egg, letting any excess egg drip off.
Coat the fillets in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs to the fish.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, sear the breaded tilapia fillets for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Transfer the seared fillets to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately with a lemon wedge on the side for a bright, zesty finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 702 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.3 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 498 mg | 11% | |
*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.
