Parmesan Crusted Tilapia
A delightful dish combining mild tilapia with a crispy, cheesy topping, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Make the crust mixture by combining Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and melted butter in a bowl.
- Place the tilapia fillets in the baking dish, drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Add the crust mixture on top of each tilapia fillet, pressing gently to adhere.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the fish flakes easily and the crust is golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Use fresh tilapia for the best flavor, and don’t skip the lemon juice for brightness.