Best 10 Italian Style Broiled Tilapia Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick, easy, and delicious way to prepare a healthy weeknight meal? Look no further than our guide to cooking Italian-style broiled tilapia. This simple recipe can be customized to your liking, with a variety of herbs and spices to choose from. With a few simple steps, you can have a flavorful and nutritious meal on the table in no time.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON AND BUTTER BROILED TILAPIA FILLETS



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This broiled tilapia is seasoned butter, lemon juice, and garlic. Serve with rice or steamed broccoli for a delicious and nutritious meal.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 32m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 pounds tilapia
1 teaspoon garlic powder, or 2 minced cloves of garlic
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Combine the melted butter, lemon juice, and soy sauce in a small bowl.
  • Place the fillets on a dish, sprinkle with garlic powder, and pour the marinade over the fillets. Turn to coat and let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Heat the broiler to 500 F. Oil the rack of the broiler pan and place it in the oven about 4 inches from the heat source. Heat until the pan is very hot.
  • Carefully place the fish on the broiler pan and broil for about 3 to 5 minutes on each side-depending on thickness-or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. For fillets that are thinner than 1/2-inch, do not turn.
  • Once done, sprinkle the fillets with paprika.
  • Serve with your choice of sides and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 127 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 46 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 764 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 16 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

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

BROILED PARMESAN-LEMON TILAPIA



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My husband is not a big fish eater, but this recipe had him looking for seconds. What makes it a joy for me? It is so quick and easy that it qualifies as a busy weeknight selection.

Provided by moms2398

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons Miami-style sazon seasoning (sazon completa)
1 serving olive oil cooking spray (such as PAM®)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter-margarine blend (such as Smart Balance®), melted
1 ½ tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise (such as Kraft®)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
⅛ teaspoon dried basil
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon celery salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a broiler pan with aluminum foil. Spray the broiler pan's rack with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle tilapia with sazon seasoning and arrange on the prepared broiler rack.
  • Cook the fillets under the preheated broiler until fish is barely opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Mix the Parmesan cheese, butter-margarine blend, fat-free mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, basil, black pepper, onion powder, and celery salt together in a bowl.
  • Spread the Parmesan cheese blend over the fish fillets, return to oven, and continue cooking until the topping is golden brown and the fish flakes easily, 3 to 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 50.7 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 558.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

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

BROILED TILAPIA PARMESAN



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Flavorful recipe for this farm raised fish that is easy and done in minutes! The fish is broiled with a creamy cheese coating for an impressive flavor and texture.

Provided by Phoebe

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup Parmesan cheese
¼ cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon celery salt
2 pounds tilapia fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven's broiler. Grease a broiling pan or line pan with aluminum foil.
  • 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. 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 220.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

GRILLED TILAPIA



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Easy, flavorful tilapia grilled over flames!

Provided by rjholtz

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅓ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
1 teaspoon paprika, or to taste
1 teaspoon dried mustard, or to taste
garlic powder, or to taste
4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Mix olive oil, lemon pepper, cumin, paprika, dried mustard, and garlic powder together in a small bowl. Brush each tilapia fillet with mixture using a pastry brush. Flip; brush the other side. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Spray a large piece of foil with cooking spray and place on the grill. Transfer tilapia onto the foil.
  • Cook fillets on the preheated grill until they're easily flaked with a fork, about 5 minutes per side. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 166.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

BROILED TILAPIA FILLETS



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Make and share this Broiled Tilapia Fillets recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Gorete

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 13m

Yield 6 Fillets, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tilapia fillets
1 teaspoon oregano
salt and pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon parsley, finely choopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon, cut into 6 wedges

Steps:

  • Line the broiler pan with aluminium foil.
  • Pat the fish dry then place it on the pan. Season both sides of the fish with the salt, pepper, oregano and parsley.
  • Drizzle the fish with the olive oil then top with the garlic.
  • Set the broiler and place the fish about 8 inches away. Cook until the fish is cooked through and flaky, about 8 minutes. (Time depends on the thickness of the fillets.) Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  • Serve with the lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.6, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 93.8, Sodium 98.3, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.4, Protein 37.9

SHEPHERD'S FAMILY FAVORITE BROILED TILAPIA



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Super easy, fast, and very tasty broiled tilapia. Family favorite for generations.

Provided by texascockatoos.com

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tilapia

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup salted butter
½ tablespoon soy sauce (such as Kikkoman®)
1 tablespoon white wine
1 teaspoon water
2 pounds tilapia fillets
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon dried tarragon

Steps:

  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Combine butter, soy sauce, wine, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook until butter has melted and sauce is hot, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cut tilapia fillets in half lengthwise and arrange in a single layer in a baking pan. Pour warm sauce over top and sprinkle with paprika and tarragon.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until fish is crusty on the edges and flakes easily with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Cholesterol 56.9 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 148.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

BAKED ITALIAN TILAPIA



Baked Italian Tilapia image

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 BREADCRUMB-CRUSTED TILAPIA W/LEMON



Italian Breadcrumb-Crusted Tilapia W/Lemon image

Tilapia pan-fried in vegetable oil and lemon juice with crispy Italian breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Chef Scherezade

Categories     Tilapia

Time 30m

Yield 6 fillets, 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 whole lemon
5 -6 tilapia fillets
2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
2 cups flour
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
2 eggs, mixed well
1/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons onion powder
3 tablespoons black pepper
1 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Separate Italian breadcrumbs, egg/milk, and flour into 3 separate mixing bowls.
  • Combine garlic, onion, pepper, Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs.
  • Also, add pinches of each spice to the flour.
  • Heat stove top at medium, and add veggie oil and 3 slices of lemon.
  • Place each fillet first in flour mixture, coat well. Followed by the egg mixture, and finally the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure to coat well.
  • Add up to two fillets into the oiled frying pan and cook till light brown on either side. Make sure to drain the lemons of juice into the pan.
  • Drain on paper towels over plates before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 967.7, Fat 52.3, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 141.7, Sodium 998.1, Carbohydrate 83.1, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 3.7, Protein 43.1

Tips:

  • Choose the right tilapia: Look for firm, moist fillets that are free of any off-odors.
  • Preheat your broiler: This will help to ensure that the tilapia cooks evenly.
  • Season the tilapia well: Use a variety of herbs and spices to taste, such as garlic, lemon, paprika, or chili powder.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet: Leave some space between each fillet so that they can cook evenly.
  • Broil the tilapia for 8-10 minutes per side: Or until it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve immediately: Tilapia is best served hot, with a variety of sides such as roasted vegetables, rice, or salad.

Conclusion:

Broiled tilapia is a quick, easy, and healthy way to enjoy this delicious fish. By following these tips, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Whether you are new to cooking or a seasoned pro, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious dinner option, give broiled tilapia a try!

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