Best 15 Italian Baked Tilapia Recipes

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Italian baked tilapia is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This classic Italian dish is made with tilapia fillets that are baked in a flavorful tomato sauce. The tilapia is flaky and moist, while the sauce is rich and tangy. Italian baked tilapia can be served with a variety of side dishes, such as pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED ITALIAN TILAPIA



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It's easy to include healthful fish in your weekly menus with recipes as tasty and simple as this one! -Kimberly McGee, Mosheim, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, drained
1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place tilapia in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with pepper. Spoon tomatoes over tilapia; top with onion and green pepper., Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork., Freeze option: Cool fish mixture. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet, stirring occasionally, until a thermometer inserted in fish reads 145°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN TILAPIA



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Fresh Italian flavors turn mild-tasting tilapia fillets into a family-pleasing meal. You could also use a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese in place of fresh mozzarella. -Healthy Cooking Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1 cup diced tomatoes with roasted garlic
1/2 cup julienned roasted sweet red peppers
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup diced fresh mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place fillets in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Top with tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, cheese and basil. Bake 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TILAPIA MILANESE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 6-ounce tilapia fillets
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 large eggs
6 slices white sandwich bread, torn into pieces
1/3 cup fresh parsley leaves
Finely grated zest of 1/2 lemon, plus lemon wedges for serving
5 to 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 cups baby arugula

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Soak the fish in a bowl with the milk and 2 cups ice, 15 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the flour with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a shallow dish. Lightly beat the eggs in another dish. Pulse the bread, parsley, lemon zest and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a food processor until crumbs form, then transfer to a third dish. One at a time, remove the fillets from the milk and dredge in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip in the eggs, then coat with the breadcrumbs, gently pressing to coat both sides. Transfer to a large plate. Line a baking sheet with foil. Heat 2 tablespoons each olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 fillets and cook until golden, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining 2 fillets, adding 2 more tablespoons each olive oil and butter. Transfer the fish to the oven and bake until cooked through, about 8 minutes. Toss the arugula with the remaining 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve the fish with the salad and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526, Fat 23 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 192 milligrams, Sodium 451 milligrams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 44 grams

BAKED TILAPIA



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I've decided to cook healthier for my family, and that includes having more fish at home. After looking at easy tilapia recipes I decided to try baked tilapia. I love that it's fast, too! -Hope Stewart, Raleigh, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Place tilapia in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the butter, lemon juice, garlic powder and salt; pour over the fillets. Sprinkle with capers, oregano and paprika., Bake, uncovered, at 425° until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein.

EASY BAKED TILAPIA



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This easy recipe for tilapia only takes a few minutes to prepare, uses few ingredients, and is flavorful.

Provided by F_Gory

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
2 teaspoons butter
¼ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning TM, or to taste
½ teaspoon garlic salt, or to taste
1 lemon, sliced
1 (16 ounce) package frozen cauliflower with broccoli and red pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees F). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Place the tilapia fillets in the bottom of the baking dish and dot with butter. Season with Old Bay seasoning and garlic salt. Top each one with a slice or two of lemon. Arrange the frozen mixed vegetables around the fish, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Cover the dish and bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until vegetables are tender and fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 354.3 mg

BAKED TILAPIA IN GARLIC AND OLIVE OIL



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Baked tilapia, marinated in garlic and olive oil. If you prefer to grill, get your grill hot and put the fish on aluminum foil; grill until desired doneness is reached.

Provided by Stephen Carroll

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time P1DT35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
4 cloves crushed garlic
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Rub the fish fillets with the crushed garlic, then place them in a shallow, non-reactive dish. Spoon the olive oil over the fish until they are coated. Place the onion on top of the fish. Cover the fish and refrigerate overnight to allow the fish to soak in the marinade.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • If baking the fish, transfer it to a 9x13 inch baking dish along with the olive oil, garlic, and onion. Sprinkle the fish with the cayenne or white pepper. If you are grilling the fish, wrap the fish and oil, garlic, onion, and pepper in aluminum foil.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees F) for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Cholesterol 41.4 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 73.5 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

CRUNCHY OVEN-BAKED TILAPIA



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This baked tilapia is perfectly crunchy. Dip it in the fresh lime mayo for a burst of bright citrus flavor. -Leslie Palmer, Swampscott, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
Cooking spray
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro or parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place fillets on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lime juice and zest, salt, onion powder and pepper. Spread mayonnaise mixture over fish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs; spritz with cooking spray., Bake until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 401mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED TILAPIA WITH TOMATOES & OLIVES



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Make and share this Baked Tilapia With Tomatoes & Olives recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Phil Franco

Categories     European

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tilapia fillets
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 sprigs fresh thyme
3 tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup coarsely chopped green olives
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons capers
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Lightly oil a shallow baking dish large enough to hold the fillets in one layer.
  • In a bowl stir together the oil, the thyme, the tomatoes, the olives, the red pepper flakes, the garlic, the onion, and the lime juice.
  • In the prepared baking dish arrange the fillets, skin sides down, season them with salt, and spoon the tomato mixture over them.
  • Bake the fish, uncovered, in the middle of the oven 15 to 20 minutes, or until it just flakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.1, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 62.5, Sodium 328.3, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.3, Protein 26.1

ITALIAN-SEASONED TILAPIA AND BROWN RICE



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Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup vegetable or chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup uncooked regular long-grain brown rice
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (from 12-oz bag)
2 fresh tilapia fillets (about 1 lb), cut in half lengthwise

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix Italian seasoning, salt, paprika and pepper; set aside.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes. Stir in broth, wine, rice and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the seasoning mixture. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 45 minutes.
  • Stir in frozen vegetables. Heat to boiling. Sprinkle fish with remaining seasoning mixture. Arrange fish over rice and vegetables. Cover; simmer 6 to 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork. Remove from heat; let stand covered 5 minutes or until liquid in rice mixture is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

BAKED TILAPIA WITH LOTS OF SPICE



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This is a fabulous recipe for oven fried tilapia slightly adapted from Paul Prudhomme's wonderful "Fork In The Road" lower fat cookbook. I served this for dinner with family and it got rave reviews. Even my picky 5 year old eater enjoyed it. The ingredient list here is long, but is mostly spices. Please don't be put off, this is wonderful stuff and once you get the spice mixture combined, quite easy to make.

Provided by ladypit

Categories     Tilapia

Time 29m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon basil
3/4 teaspoon italian seasoning
4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
  • In a small bowl combine the spices from the salt through the Italian seasoning and set it aside.
  • In a shallow container mix the bread crumbs, dried parsley, and green onions.
  • Measure 4 tsp of the spice mix and sprinkle that all over the 4 fish fillets.
  • Add the remaining spice mix to the bread crumbs, mixing well. Add the olive oil to the bread crumb mix, blending it in with your hands.
  • Dredge the fish in the breadcrumbs, coating well.
  • Shake off any excess breadcrumbs.
  • Place the fish on a baking pan that has been sprayed with non-stick spray.
  • Bake for 6 minutes.
  • Turn over and bake for 4 minutes.
  • Turn over again and bake until flaky, about 4 more minutes.
  • Serve immediately.

ITALIAN STYLE BROILED TILAPIA



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These are fabulous and easy enough for a quick weeknight supper. Serve with Rice Pilaf or Risotto and a nice glass of Chardonnay!

Provided by Little Bee

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup butter, softened
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 -3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
2 lbs tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven's broiler. Spray a broiling pan or aluminum foil with non stick cooking spray.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Season with dried basil, pepper, onion powder and celery salt. Mix well and set aside.
  • Arrange fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan. Broil a few inches from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the fillets over, and broil for a couple more minutes. Remove the fillets from the oven and cover them with the Parmesan cheese mixture on the top side, then Sprinkle with Old Bay Broil for 2 more minutes or until the topping is browned and fish flakes easily with a fork. Be careful not to over cook the fish.
  • Wine Tip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.6, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 107.2, Sodium 365.3, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 33.9

BREADED PARMESAN TILAPIA



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This is the best fish ever! I enjoy serving this with rice and green beans.

Provided by Kevin Leebrick

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 cup Italian-seasoned dry bread crumbs
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
4 each tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place butter and garlic into an 8x8-inch microwave-safe baking pan and microwave until butter is melted, about 30 seconds.
  • Place flour in a bowl. Beat eggs together in another bowl. Mix bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese together in a third bowl.
  • Dip fillets in flour until lightly coated, then into beaten eggs, then into bread crumb mixture. Lay in the baking dish with the garlic-butter mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until fish is golden and easily flakes with a fork, about 25 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 152.9 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 711.4 mg, Sugar 2 g

BALSAMIC BAKED TILAPIA



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Tilapia fillets are topped with onions, red peppers and crumbled blue cheese.

Provided by Will Wohler

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, halved and sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper to taste
2 (8 ounce) fillets tilapia fillets
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
4 cups mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook onion and red pepper in the oil until onion is tender and golden, and peppers are slightly soft, about 10 minutes. Stir balsamic vinegar into the vegetables; season with salt and pepper.
  • Rub tilapia filets with 2 teaspoons olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Place fillets in a small baking dish, and top with the balsamic onion mixture. Sprinkle fish evenly with blue cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until fish flakes easily. Serve atop salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 66.9 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 540.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

BREADED BAKED TILAPIA



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So much flavor...so few ingredients! A quick and easy crumb coating makes this yummy tilapia recipe ideal for busy weeknights. Try the breading on cod for a change of pace. -Brandi Castillo, Santa Maria, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup soft bread crumbs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 tilapia fillets (5 ounces each)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs, cheese, garlic salt and oregano. Coat fillets in crumb mixture. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray., Bake 8-12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN BREADED TILAPIA



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Make and share this Italian Breaded Tilapia recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Amanda Beth

Categories     High Protein

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 -5 tilapia fillets
1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Mix breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and garlic powder in a quart size ziploc bag.
  • Pour Italian dressing in a different quart size ziploc bag.'.
  • Place tilapia, one piece at a time, into the bag with Italian dressing and shake.
  • Then put in the bag with the breadcrumb mixture and shake.
  • Repeat with other fillets. Mound any unused breading on top of fish.
  • Bake in 400 degree oven for 20 minutes, until fish is done and topping is browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.5, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 66.8, Sodium 953.4, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 3.1, Protein 30.5

Tips:

  • Choose fresh tilapia fillets: Fresh tilapia fillets should have a mild, slightly sweet smell and be firm to the touch. Avoid fillets that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
  • Use a variety of seasonings: Tilapia is a mild-flavored fish, so it pairs well with a variety of seasonings. Some popular options include lemon pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and chili powder.
  • Don't overcook the tilapia: Tilapia is a delicate fish, so it's important not to overcook it. The fillets should be cooked until they are opaque and flaky, but still moist.
  • Serve immediately: Baked tilapia is best served immediately after it's cooked. The fish will start to dry out if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Baked tilapia is a delicious and healthy meal that's easy to prepare. By following these tips, you can create a flavorful and moist tilapia dish that your whole family will enjoy. Whether you're new to cooking fish or you're a seasoned pro, baked tilapia is a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

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