Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia
Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia is a delightful dish that combines the richness of butter with the vibrant zest of garlic, creating an irresistible flavor experience. Perfectly baked tilapia fillets are tender and flaky, making this recipe ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant meal for guests. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a delicious culinary treat that not only looks stunning but also tastes fantastic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (6 oz each)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in minced garlic and simmer until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add lemon juice and mix well.
- Place tilapia fillets in the baking dish and drizzle half of the garlic butter over them. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle remaining garlic butter over cooked fillets and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg