Flavorful Fusion: Simple Garlic Butter Baked Tilapia

Flavorful Fusion: Simple Garlic Butter Baked Tilapia

Experience the delicious simplicity of Oven Baked Butter Garlic Tilapia. This dish features tender tilapia fillets smothered in a rich garlic butter sauce and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, it’s sure to impress with its savory flavor and delicate texture. Easy to prepare and bursting with taste, this recipe will become a favorite in your home.

Prep Time10

Cook Time12

Total Time22

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Baked Garlic Butter Garlic, Oven Baked Butter Garlic Tilapia

Servings: servings

Calories: 272kcal

Author: George - U Keep Cooking

Equipment

9 x 13 baking dish

Ingredients

6 Tilapia Fillets
Salt and Black Ground Pepper (to taste)

Butter/Garlic Glaze

6 Tbsp Butter (melted)
6 cloves Garlic (minced)
1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
1 Tsp Thyme (dried)
1 Tsp Oregano (dried)
3 Tbsp Lemon Juice
½ Tsp Lemon Zest
1 lemon (sliced thin seeds removed)
Red Pepper Flakes (garnish)
Fresh Parsley (garnish, chopped)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Tilapia: Use a paper towel to gently pat the tilapia fillets dry, removing any excess moisture. Season both sides of the fillets with salt and black ground pepper to taste. Place the fillets in a single layer in a baking dish.
Make the Butter Garlic Glaze: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Coat the Tilapia: Spoon the spice-infused butter mixture evenly over each tilapia fillet, making sure they are well coated. Top each fillet with a few thin slices of lemon.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12 minutes, or until the tilapia is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Garnish the tilapia with red pepper flakes and chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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