Description
This air fryer tilapia recipe is quick, easy, and results in tender, flaky fish with a deliciously seasoned crust. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 lemon, sliced (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
- Add the tilapia fillets to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Place the seasoned tilapia fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. If necessary, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry the tilapia for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve the tilapia hot with lemon slices on the side.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the tilapia in the seasoning mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
- You can substitute tilapia with other white fish varieties if desired.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0
- Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 36
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