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Garlic & Parmesan Crusted Baked Tilapia

Garlic & Parmesan Crusted Baked Tilapia with Oven Roasted Asparagus is a quick and flavorful dinner featuring tender tilapia topped with a crispy garlic parmesan crust. Served with simple roasted asparagus seasoned with salt and pepper, this easy seafood recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, healthy meal plans, and family meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Garlic & Parmesan Baked Tilapia
  • 4 tilapia filets
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 tbsp butter melted
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsely finely chopped
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp salt and black pepper
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges for serving
Roasted Asparagus
  • 1-2 lbs fresh asparagus
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • fresh cracked black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Knife & cutting board

Method
 

Baked Tilapia
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil, and lightly spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Pat the tilapia fillets completely dry on both sides using paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, garlic powder, grated parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, and smoked paprika. Stir until the mixture looks like wet sand and the butter is evenly distributed.
  4. Lay the dry fillets onto your prepared baking sheet. Season the tops lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper. Divide the garlic-parmesan mixture evenly among the 4 fillets, pressing it firmly down onto the top of each fish with your fingers or the back of a spoon so it adheres well.
  5. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes. The fish is done when it is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. If you want an extra-crispy, deep golden crust, turn your oven to Broil for the last 60–90 seconds of cooking. Keep a very close eye on it so the cheese doesn't burn.
Roasted Asparagus
  1. Wash the asparagus and trim the woody ends. Pat the spears dry before seasoning.
  2. Place the asparagus on a baking sheet.
    Drizzle with olive oil and toss until evenly coated. Sprinkle with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
    Arrange the asparagus in a single layer so it roasts evenly.
  3. Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the asparagus spears.
    The asparagus is ready when it is tender and lightly browned around the edges.