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Lemon Butter Baked Tilapia Recipe

This Lemon Butter Baked Tilapia is a quick, healthy meal bursting with flavor!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tilapia:
  • 4 fillets tilapia fresh or thawed
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons parsley chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 lemons juice and zest
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Garlic press
  • Citrus juicer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Step 2: Lightly grease your baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. Step 3: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and add garlic, parsley, red pepper flakes, the juice of one lemon, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Step 4: Place the tilapia fillets in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle the lemon butter mixture over the tilapia, coating well.
  6. Step 6: Bake for 15-20 minutes until the tilapia flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Step 7: Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Consider marinating the tilapia in the lemon butter mixture for 30 minutes before baking for extra flavor.
  • Prepare the lemon butter sauce in advance and refrigerate until use to save time.
  • This dish pairs well with a light salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Check the fish for doneness to avoid overcooking and drying out the texture.