Tilapia Piccata for Two
Treat yourself and a special someone to the elegant simplicity of Tilapia Piccata for Two, a delightful dish bursting with vibrant flavors and silky textures. This quick and easy 25-minute recipe features tender, golden-browned tilapia fillets bathed in a luscious lemon-butter sauce infused with garlic, capers, and a hint of chicken broth. The bright, tangy notes of freshly squeezed lemon juice perfectly balance the savory richness of the sauce, while a sprinkle of parsley and a garnish of lemon slices add a touch of elegance. Ideal for weeknight dinners or intimate occasions, this restaurant-quality meal is as easy to prepare as it is impressive to serve. Pair it with a light salad or a side of buttery pasta to complete this irresistible culinary experience. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is designed to impress without the fuss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 0.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cups Chicken broth
- 0.25 cups Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons Capers, drained
- 1 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 2 pieces Lemon slices (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Dredge each fillet in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess. Set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the tilapia fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets from the skillet and place them on a plate. Tent with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to deglaze the pan. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the capers and cook for an additional minute.
Return the tilapia fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the fish to warm them through for 1-2 minutes.
Transfer the tilapia fillets to serving plates. Spoon the remaining sauce over the fillets.
Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.0 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.4 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 176 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1998 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 58.1 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1024 mg | 22% | |
*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.
