Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of 15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection, a quick and healthy seafood dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. This recipe delivers crispy, golden fillets that are tender and flaky on the inside, thanks to the air fryer’s magic. In just 15 minutes, you’ll impress your family with a meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Pair it with your favorite sides for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and brush both sides with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and oregano.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mix over both sides of each fillet.
- Place the seasoned fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and flaky.
- Serve immediately with fresh vegetables or grains.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tilapia fillet (170g)
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg