Baked Tilapia
This easy baked tilapia dish is topped with a zesty lemon butter sauce infused with garlic and garnished with fresh parsley, creating a delightful and refreshing meal perfect for a weeknight dinner!
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Ingredients
- 6 tilapia fillets
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- kosher salt
- olive oil spray
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Begin by heating your oven to 400°F. Lightly coat the base of a baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
- 2
In a small skillet, gently melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for approximately 1 minute. Take off the heat and incorporate the lemon juice.
- 3
Arrange the tilapia fillets in the prepared baking dish, seasoning them with salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle the lemon-butter mixture over the fish evenly.
- 4
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish is fully cooked and flakes easily when tested with a fork. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.