Ingredients:

  • 4 (6 oz / 170g) Tilapia fillets, patted dry
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Olive oil
  • ½ tsp (3g) Salt
  • ¼ tsp (1g) Black pepper
  • 3 tbsp (42g) Unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup (60g) Panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp (10g) Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp (2g) Garlic powder
  • ½ tsp (1g) Paprika
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Fresh lemon or lime juice
  • 1 tbsp (4g) Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the tilapia fillets completely dry with paper towels to ensure seasoning adheres.
  3. Arrange fillets on the pan, lightly brush with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, and paprika.
  5. Press a generous tablespoon of the breadcrumb mixture onto the top of each fillet, pressing down slightly.
  6. Bake on the center rack for 12–15 minutes until the fish is opaque, flakes easily with a fork, and the topping is mahogany-gold.
  7. Remove from oven, immediately drizzle with fresh lemon or lime juice, and garnish with chopped parsley.