Italian Breaded Tilapia Recipe

Quick, easy, and kid-approved Italian Breaded Tilapia recipe, ready in under 30 minutes! This light and flavorful dish is perfect for a busy weeknight. Enjoy crispy, golden-breaded tilapia with a zesty Italian twist – the whole family will love it!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 269.5 kcal
Protein 61g
Rating 4.3 (11 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Italian Breaded Tilapia

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How to Make Italian Breaded Tilapia

  1. In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. In another shallow dish, beat the egg.
  3. Dip each tilapia fillet in the egg, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Carefully place the breaded tilapia fillets in the hot skillet.
  6. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  7. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

8g

Carbs

7g

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