Description
Enjoy a delightful culinary experience with this 15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia, where crispy, flaky perfection is just a few steps away. This quick and healthy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or whenever you crave something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. The air fryer gives tilapia a golden, crispy exterior while keeping it tender and flaky inside. Pair it with your favorite sides for a meal that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fillets Tilapia (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Chopped Parsley (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (highly recommended)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. If using frozen tilapia, ensure it is thawed.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Coat each tilapia fillet evenly with the seasoning mixture using a cooking brush.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the seasoned tilapia fillets in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
- Cook for approximately 10 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
- Remove carefully with tongs, drizzle with lemon juice, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg