Description
Understanding the magic behind this dinner favorite starts with looking at how simple ingredients work together. Every component plays a distinct role in turning a mild fish into a memorable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 5–6 oz each)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs or panko
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the coating: In a bowl, combine Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Season the fish: Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Brush each fillet with melted butter and a little lemon juice.
- Coat the tilapia: Press the Parmesan mixture firmly onto the top of each fillet.
- Bake: Place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F (63°C) internally.
- Make it extra crispy: For a more golden crust, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching carefully so it doesn’t burn.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: ~320 kcal
Keywords: crispy baked tilapia, parmesan breaded tilapia, garlic parmesan fish fillets