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Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Tilapia


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  • Author: julie
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A quick and delicious dish featuring tilapia fillets coated in a crispy, cheesy crust, perfect for dinner any night of the week.


Ingredients

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  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
  2. Combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  3. Brush both sides of the tilapia fillets with olive oil.
  4. Coat each fillet with the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to help it stick.
  5. Place the coated tilapia fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  6. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the coating is golden brown.
  7. Serve hot with fresh lemon wedges for an extra zing!

Notes

Feel free to swap the tilapia for other white fish like cod or haddock, ensuring similar cooking times for best results.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg