Tilapia with Lemon Butter Sauce
Elevate your dinner tonight with this succulent Tilapia with Lemon Butter Sauce—a dish that's as elegant as it is easy to make. Perfectly pan-seared tilapia fillets are lightly coated in seasoned flour for a golden, crispy exterior before being smothered in a luscious garlic-infused lemon butter sauce. A hint of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish, while the tangy citrus notes balance the rich, buttery flavors beautifully. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this quick and versatile recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve it with your favorite side, like fluffy rice or roasted veggies, and watch it become your new go-to seafood favorite. Whether you're searching for "pan-seared tilapia," "lemon garlic seafood recipes," or "30-minute tilapia dishes," this recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 slices Lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Lightly dredge each fillet in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tilapia fillets to the skillet in a single layer.
Cook the tilapia for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the cooked fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate covered with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the unsalted butter.
Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir well and let the mixture simmer gently for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and the sauce to slightly thicken.
Stir in the chopped parsley, reserving a small amount for garnish if desired.
Return the cooked tilapia fillets to the skillet, spooning the lemon butter sauce over each piece to coat them evenly. Heat for another 1-2 minutes to warm the fish through.
Transfer the tilapia fillets to serving plates. Spoon more sauce over the fillets, garnish with lemon slices and additional parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1327 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 87.3 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.4 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 352 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 2878 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 110.3 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1874 mg | 40% | |
*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.
