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Parmesan-Crusted Tilapia

Crispy, cheesy, and flaky Parmesan-Crusted Tilapia baked to perfection in under 30 minutes. A fast, family-friendly weeknight dinner with plenty of crunch and flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tilapia fillets about 6 oz each
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp melted butter
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Shallow mixing bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • fork

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a shallow bowl, mix Parmesan, panko, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Pat tilapia fillets dry. Brush both sides with olive oil and melted butter.
  4. Press each fillet into the Parmesan-panko mixture, coating both sides. Transfer to baking sheet and sprinkle any remaining crumbs on top.
  5. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and fish flakes easily. Broil last 2 minutes for extra crispiness if desired.
  6. Let rest 2–3 minutes. Serve hot with lemon wedges.

Notes

Store leftovers up to 2 days or freeze up to 1 month. Reheat in oven at 375°F to maintain crispiness. Avoid microwaving.