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Crispy Baked Parmesan Crusted Tilapia Recipe with Fresh Herbs Easy and Perfect

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy baked tilapia with a golden Parmesan crust and fresh herbs, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tilapia fillets (6-ounce / 170 grams each), skinless and boneless
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 100 grams), freshly grated
  • 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (about 75 grams), preferably Japanese-style
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine grated Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, minced thyme, garlic powder, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Mix well.
  3. Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil (about 2 tablespoons total).
  4. Press each oiled fillet firmly into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, coating the top and sides evenly. Place the crusted fillets on the prepared baking sheet, crust side up. Drizzle a little extra olive oil on top if desired.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown. Watch closely after 12 minutes to avoid burning.
  6. Remove from oven and let rest for a couple of minutes. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

Notes

Pat fish dry before coating to ensure crust sticks and stays crispy. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best crust texture. If crust isn’t crispy enough, broil for last 1-2 minutes watching carefully. Leftovers reheat best in oven to maintain crispiness. Can substitute panko with gluten-free crumbs and Parmesan with nutritional yeast for dietary needs.

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Keywords: tilapia, baked fish, Parmesan crust, crispy fish, fresh herbs, easy dinner, healthy fish recipe

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