Baked Parmesan Tilapia

*Parsley*'s Note:

We eat a lot of tilapia. This is one of out favorite ways to eat it.

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 2 lbs tilapia fillets
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/3 cup low-fat mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2/3-3/4 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1 tablespoon parsley

Directions:

1. Spray baking pan(s) with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Preheat oven to 400.
3. Place beaten eggs in a shallow dish. Stir in mayo and lemon juice. Stir until well-combined.
4. In a separate shallow dish, stir together breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and the herbs/spices. Mix well.
5. Dip each fillet into the egg/mayo/lemon juice mixture (coat both sides). Let excess drip off, then dip into breadcrumb/cheese mixture to coat both sides.
6. Place coated fillets in prepared baking pan(s). Bake, uncovered at 400 for 20-30 minutes or until fish is white and flaky inside.

Reviews

[Chef #741288]

I've made this recipe several times and it is one of my all-time favorites. I don't think I'll ever cook tilapia any other way! The recipe is very well written, easy to follow and simple. Great job!

[martianbee_10377964]

A family favorite now, thanks for the recipe :)

[Beautifulwifey]

Fish is not too popular at my house but My Family loved this!