Weeknight
Crispy Parmesan Tilapia
Panko-Parmesan crusted tilapia baked until crisp and golden.
A panko-Parmesan crust bakes crisp in the oven. Broil for the last minute if you want extra golden edges.
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Lemon wedges
Method
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment.
- 2
Combine panko, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Whisk egg and milk together in another shallow bowl.
- 4
Pat tilapia dry. Dip each fillet into the egg mixture, then press it into the Parmesan breadcrumbs until thoroughly coated.
- 5
Arrange on the baking sheet and lightly drizzle or brush with olive oil.
- 6
Bake for approximately 10–14 minutes until the coating is golden and crispy and the fish flakes easily.
- 7
For additional browning, broil for about 1 minute at the end while watching carefully.
- 8
Serve with lemon wedges.