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Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

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Author: Imma Published:2/11/2018Updated:5/13/2021
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Parmesan Crusted Tilapia – A super quick and easy tilapia dish coated with well-seasoned  breadcrumbs and parmesan. A healthier and quick addition to your busy weeknight menu. Comes ready in less than 20 minutes!

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Tilapia is one of those fish that my family would totally devour. When I thought I’ve cooked the best tilapia to date (my Baked Tilapia did hold the 1st spot quite a while), my 9-year old son blurted out that this Parmesan Crusted Tilapia is his favorite dish ever. And hubby, did agree.

It was like one of those fancy minute fish serving you order at a fine resto minus the hefty price tag. I cannot stress enough how easy this fish recipe is and how it was demolished by my foodie family. I had to make it again the next day. Oh yesss! It might be a good one to add to your Valentine’s Day menu or Date night.

You’ll see in the photos why we love this so much. It has a beautiful crispy crust yet so flaky and juicy on the inside. Can I get a slow clap for this please?! Okay, maybe am pushing it.

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

While many would have trouble getting the breadcrumb parmesan mixture to stick to the fish, my little trick here is to also add a little oil to the breadcrumb. This makes your work easier.

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

If you don’t have breadcrumbs. you can also use crushed Ritz crackers. If you’re not pressed with time, you may place the breaded fish into the fridge before cooking them.

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

You can serve this crusted tilapia with brown rice and  green salad on the sides. Oh how you’ll love the flavor in every bite. The cheesy, savory, tangy flavor just fall into its right place. It’s like a party in your palate!

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Don’t ever pass up this easy dish or you’ll regret sooner. Happy eating!

 

Tips and Notes:

  1. If you don’t have breadcrumbs. you can also use crushed Ritz crackers.
  2. If your fish is not golden brown, you may broil it for about a minute to get a golden color

 

 

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Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia – a super quick and easy tilapia dish coated with well-seasoned breadcrumbs and parmesan. A healthier and quick addition to your busy weeknight menu. Comes ready in less than 20 minutes!
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Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 12 mins
Total: 22 mins
American
Servings 2 people

Ingredients

  • 2 Tilapia fillets
  • Season and salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup (25 g) panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ teaspoon (1.30 g) italian herbs
  • 1 tablespoon (2.65 g) basil , finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove , minced
  • 1 teaspoon (2.60 g) granulated onion
  • 1 small lemon grated ( ¼ teaspoon)
  • 2 tablespoon (28.35 g) melted butter
  • ¼ cup (25 g) parmesan (grated)
  • Olive oil as needed
  • 1 lemon , quartered, to serve

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • While oven is warming up clean and pat tilapia fillets.Season tilapia with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Then in a small bowl mix together ; panko breadcrumbs, italian herbs, chopped parsley, chopped basil, minced garlic, granulated onion and lemon zest.
  • Add melted butter to bread crumbs mixture. Mix , then add parmesan.
  • Brush tilapia with olive oil and toss the crumbs up over the edges and top of fish using either your hands or a spoon. Then gently press the fish so the crumbs on the bottom side stick to it.
  • Place Fish in 9×13 baking dish.
  • Bake for about 12 to 15 mins until the fish becomes flaky inside. If your fish is not golden brown, you may broil for about a minute to get a golden color .Serve with a drizzle of lemon juice.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 429kcal (21%)| Carbohydrates: 19g (6%)| Protein: 42g (84%)| Fat: 21g (32%)| Saturated Fat: 11g (69%)| Cholesterol: 126mg (42%)| Sodium: 561mg (24%)| Potassium: 617mg (18%)| Fiber: 2g (8%)| Sugar: 2g (2%)| Vitamin A: 610IU (12%)| Vitamin C: 32.9mg (40%)| Calcium: 217mg (22%)| Iron: 2.3mg (13%)
Author: Imma
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
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Nutrition Facts
Parmesan Crusted Tilapia
Amount Per Serving
Calories 429 Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Cholesterol 126mg42%
Sodium 561mg24%
Potassium 617mg18%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 42g84%
Vitamin A 610IU12%
Vitamin C 32.9mg40%
Calcium 217mg22%
Iron 2.3mg13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. While oven is warming up clean and pat tilapia fillets. Season tilapia with salt and pepper. Set aside. Then in a small bowl mix together;  panko breadcrumbs, Italian herbs, chopped parsley, chopped basil, minced garlic,granulated onion and  lemon zest.

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Add melted butter to bread crumbs mixture.

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Mix , then add parmesan.

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Brush tilapia with olive oil and toss the crumbs up over the edges and top of fish using either your hands or a spoon. Then gently press the fish  so the crumbs on the bottom side stick to it. Place Fish  in 9×13 baking dish.

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Bake for about 12 to 15 mins until the fish becomes flaky inside. If your fish is not golden brown, you may broil for about a minute to get a golden color .Serve with a drizzle of lemon juice.

 

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia
Parmesan Crusted Tilapia
Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

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  1. essam says

    Posted on 2/27 at 2:51AM

    simple recipe i shall made it

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    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 2/28 at 5:51AM

      Thanks ! You are going to it!

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