Easy 15 Minute Parmesan Tilapia Recipe
A quick and delicious recipe for Easy 15 Minute Parmesan Tilapia that is sure to impress your family and friends. Tender tilapia fillets topped with a flavorful parmesan sauce, broiled to perfection in just minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Tilapia Fillets:
- 4 (6-8 oz)
Parmesan Sauce:
- 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp sour cream
- 3 tbsp butter (softened)
- zest of half a lemon
- 1 1/2 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tbsp capers (drained)
- 3/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried dill weed
- 1/2 tsp hot sauce (Tabasco, optional)
Other:
- baking or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Move an oven rack to the top position and preheat the broiler.
- Mix Parmesan Sauce: Combine parmesan, mayo, sour cream, butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, capers, onion powder, dill, salt, pepper, and hot sauce in a bowl.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray. Arrange tilapia fillets on the sheet.
- Broil First Side: Broil the tilapia for 3 minutes.
- Add Sauce: Flip fillets, top with parmesan sauce, and broil for 4-5 more minutes.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure the fillets are not overlapping on the baking sheet for even cooking.
- Use a spatula to flip the tender fillets to prevent breaking.
- Pair the dish with couscous or rice pilaf and vegetables like asparagus or broccoli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Parmesan Tilapia, Easy Tilapia Recipe, Quick Fish Dinner
