Description
A quick and satisfying Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia recipe that elevates mild fish with a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the tilapia fillets by patting them dry with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil and season both sides with salt and pepper. Place in a single layer on a lined baking sheet.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
- Mix in the lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped parsley, paprika (if using), and Parmesan cheese, simmering for one more minute.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Pour the garlic butter sauce evenly over the tilapia fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with extra parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.
Notes
For best texture, ensure tilapia fillets are properly thawed and patted dry before cooking. Serve with sides like rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: tilapia, garlic butter, seafood, quick dinner, easy recipe, family meal