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Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia

Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia: Easy & Delicious Weeknight Dinner

Enjoy a simple and flavorful Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia recipe that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 fillets tilapia
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter and stir in garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place tilapia fillets in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter mixture over the top.
  4. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
  5. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • For a little extra flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or dill.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic according to your preference.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low-carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Garlic, Butter, Tilapia, Baked, Dinner