Garlic Butter Baked Tilapia: Easy Recipe for Flavorful Meals
Enjoy a delicious and easy Garlic Butter Baked Tilapia recipe that brings bold flavors to your meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place tilapia fillets in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter mixture over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the tilapia in the garlic butter mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a light salad.