Crunchy Oven-Baked Tilapia
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Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside—this easy oven-baked tilapia brings big flavor without the fuss! A zesty lime-infused coating and crunchy panko crust make it a perfect light and delicious meal for any night of the week.
Ingredients:
Directions:
Golden, crispy, and full of flavor! Image credit: Eric Kleinberg/Taste of Home
Ingredients:
- 4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro or parsley
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Place the tilapia fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, salt, onion powder, and pepper.
- Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over each fillet.
- Sprinkle the fillets with panko breadcrumbs, then lightly spritz with cooking spray to help with crisping.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.
