Foil Baked Tilapia With Fiesta Rice Rsc Recipe

Experience a flavor explosion with this vibrant Foil-Baked Tilapia and Fiesta Rice recipe! A Reynolds Wrap contest entry, this dish delivers perfectly steamed tilapia fillets atop a bed of colorful, zesty fiesta rice. Quick, easy cleanup and ready in under 80 minutes – perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Impress your family and friends with this delicious and healthy meal!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 674.6 kcal
Protein 65g
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Foil Baked Tilapia With Fiesta Rice Rsc 91

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How to Make Foil Baked Tilapia With Fiesta Rice Rsc

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rinse 1 pound of tilapia fillets and pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup long-grain rice, 1 ½ cups chicken broth, ½ cup frozen corn, ½ cup frozen peas, ¼ cup chopped red bell pepper, ¼ cup chopped green bell pepper, 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon cumin, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Place the rice mixture in an oven-safe dish.
  5. Place each tilapia fillet on a large piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil (approximately 12x12 inches).
  6. Top each fillet with 1 tablespoon of lime juice, ½ teaspoon olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Fold the foil over the tilapia to create a sealed packet.
  8. Place the foil packets on top of the rice in the oven-safe dish.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tilapia is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  10. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

15g

Carbs

30g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Foil Baked Tilapia With Fiesta Rice Rsc?

Foil Baked Tilapia With Fiesta Rice Rsc takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Foil Baked Tilapia With Fiesta Rice Rsc?

Foil Baked Tilapia With Fiesta Rice Rsc has approximately 674.6 calories per serving, with about 65 g protein, 30 g carbohydrates and 31 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Foil Baked Tilapia With Fiesta Rice Rsc?

The key ingredients for Foil Baked Tilapia With Fiesta Rice Rsc are Tilapia Fillets, Lemons, Sunflower Oil, Orange Juice, Lemon Juice, Lemon Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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