Parmesan Broiled Tilapia
Elevate your seafood game with this easy and flavorful Parmesan Broiled Tilapia recipe that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Featuring tender tilapia fillets smothered in a rich and creamy topping made with Parmesan cheese, butter, mayo, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, this dish is broiled to golden perfection. A delicate seasoning blend of garlic powder, dried basil, black pepper, and paprika adds a subtle depth of flavor, while the quick broiling technique ensures a moist, flaky texture. Perfect for busy weeknights or an impressive yet effortless dinner, this recipe pairs beautifully with fresh steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete meal. Simple, savory, and bursting with flavor, Parmesan Broiled Tilapia is sure to become your next go-to seafood favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Tilapia fillets
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your broiler to high and move the oven rack to about 4–6 inches from the heating element.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with cooking spray or oil.
In a small bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, softened butter, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried basil, black pepper, and paprika until well combined. Set aside.
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Broil the tilapia fillets for 3–4 minutes, or until the fish is just starting to flake and is almost cooked through.
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Spread the Parmesan mixture evenly over the top of each fillet.
Return the baking sheet to the broiler and continue broiling for another 2–3 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbling. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.
Remove from the oven and let the fillets rest for a minute before serving.
Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.3 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 36 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 499 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 332 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 32 mg | 1% | |
*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.
