Description
This air fryer tilapia recipe delivers perfectly crispy fish with minimal effort. The tilapia is seasoned and cooked in the air fryer, resulting in a delicious meal that’s ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray or olive oil for spraying
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each tilapia fillet into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
- Place the coated tilapia fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not overcrowded.
- Spray the tops of the fillets with cooking spray or lightly brush with olive oil.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fish is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the tilapia in lemon juice or your favorite seasoning before coating.
- Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the fillets; thicker pieces may require a few extra minutes.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 30
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