Parmesan Crusted Tilapia
Parmesan Crusted Tilapia is made with 4 tilapia fillets, olive oil, grated Parmesan, garlic powder; air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes to serve 4. 240 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Pat tilapia fillets dry. Brush with olive oil.
- 2
Mix Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, pepper, and melted butter.
- 3
Press the Parmesan mixture firmly onto the top of each fillet.
- 4
Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until the crust is golden and fish flakes easily with a fork.
- 5
Serve with lemon wedges, fresh parsley, and tartar sauce.
Tip: Tilapia is thin — it cooks fast. Check at 8 minutes to avoid overcooking. The melted butter in the Parmesan mixture helps it brown into a crispy crust. Don't flip — cook crust-side up.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 10 minutes vs ~15 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🌊Gentle, even heat cooks fish through without drying it out — no flipping required.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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