Crusted Tilapia With Chipotle Lime Dressing Recipe

Flaky tilapia fillets get a crunchy, spicy kick with a Doritos crust and are perfectly complemented by a zesty chipotle lime dressing. This recipe combines two crowd-pleasing favorites for a complete meal! Pair with our recommended side dish (Recipe #259755) and dessert (Recipe #225455) for a truly unforgettable dining experience. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 190 mins
Calories 844 kcal
Protein 116g
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Ingredients for Crusted Tilapia With Chipotle Lime Dressing

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How to Make Crusted Tilapia With Chipotle Lime Dressing

  1. **Make the Chipotle Lime Dressing:** In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  2. **Prepare the Doritos Crust:** In a food processor, combine 1 cup crushed Doritos (any flavor), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 cup finely chopped jalapeño. Pulse until finely crushed.
  3. **Prepare the Tilapia:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly beat 1 large egg in a medium bowl.
  4. **Coat the Tilapia:** Dip each tilapia fillet (about 4, 6-ounce fillets) in the beaten egg, ensuring it's fully coated. Then, press the Doritos mixture onto both sides of the fish, making sure it adheres well.
  5. **Bake the Tilapia:** Place the coated tilapia fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with fresh lime juice.
  6. **Bake:** Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
  7. **Serve:** Serve the tilapia immediately with the chilled chipotle lime dressing. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

54 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

66g

Carbs

20g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Crusted Tilapia With Chipotle Lime Dressing?

Crusted Tilapia With Chipotle Lime Dressing takes about 210 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 190 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Crusted Tilapia With Chipotle Lime Dressing?

Crusted Tilapia With Chipotle Lime Dressing has approximately 844 calories per serving, with about 116 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 64 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Crusted Tilapia With Chipotle Lime Dressing?

The key ingredients for Crusted Tilapia With Chipotle Lime Dressing are Sour Cream, Adobo Sauce, Lime Juice, Lime Zest, Cumin, Chili Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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