Best 8 Sicilian Penne With Tilapia And Spinach Recipes

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Sicilian penne with tilapia and spinach is a delectable dish that combines the flavors of the Mediterranean in a harmonious blend. This recipe is not only a culinary delight, but it also offers a healthier alternative to traditional pasta dishes. With the delicate taste of tilapia, the vibrant colors of spinach, and the rich flavors of Sicilian spices, this dish promises to be a delightful addition to any meal. Discover the secrets to creating this tantalizing dish and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON-GARLIC TILAPIA WITH SPINACH



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 5-ounce tilapia fillets
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon, plus wedges for serving
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 5-ounce package baby spinach (about 8 cups)

Steps:

  • Pat the tilapia dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Spread the flour on a plate; dredge the tilapia in the flour, tapping off the excess. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tilapia and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate; tent with foil to keep warm. Wipe out the skillet.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until it starts browning, about 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth, wine, and lemon zest and juice. Increase the heat to high, bring to a boil and cook until the liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Add the butter and whisk until slightly thickened, about 1 minute; stir in the parsley.
  • Meanwhile, toss the spinach with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a few grinds of pepper. Divide among plates, top with the fish and drizzle with some pan sauce. Serve with lemon wedges.

SICILIAN PENNE WITH TILAPIA AND SPINACH RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Sicilian Penne with Tilapia and Spinach Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by mistynoelle13

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound penne pasta
1/3 cup olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (plus more to taste)
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus 1/3 cup
1 bunch fresh spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces
1 pound tiapia, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/3 cup white wine
2 cups halved teardrop or cherry tomatoes (red, yellow or a blend)
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black peppe

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta. 2. Meanwhile, place a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. 3. Add the 1/3 cup olive oil, garlic, red chili flakes, and 1/4 cup parsley. Stir and cook until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. 4. Add the spinach and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove the from the pan and set aside. 5. Season the tilapia cubes with salt and pepper. 6. Using the same pan, over medium-high heat, add the 2 remaining tablespoons of olive oil and cook the tilapa until opaque. 7. Add the white wine and cook until almost evaporated, about 2 minutes. Turn off the heat. 8. Add the tomatoes, spinach, cooked pasta, the remaining 1/3 cup parsley and stir. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

TILAPIA WITH SAUTEED SPINACH



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You'll love this delicious restaurant-quality meal fit for guests. And because it's all cooked in the same skillet, cleanup won't be chore at all. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
5 cups fresh baby spinach
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Place egg in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder and paprika. Dip fillets in egg, then bread crumb mixture., In a large skillet, cook fillets in 3 tablespoons oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute onion in remaining oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the spinach, pepper flakes, pepper and remaining salt. Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until spinach is wilted. Serve with fillets; sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 446mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

SICILIAN PENNE WITH SWORDFISH AND EGGPLANT



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound penne pasta
1/3 cup olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (plus more to taste)
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus 1/3 cup
4 Japanese eggplants, ends trimmed, thinly sliced lengthwise, then cut into squares
1 pound swordfish steaks, skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/3 cup white wine
2 cups halved teardrop or cherry tomatoes (red, yellow or a blend)
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta.
  • Meanwhile, place a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1/3 cup olive oil, garlic, red chili flakes, and 1/4 cup parsley. Stir and cook until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add the eggplant and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove the eggplant from the pan and set aside. Season the swordfish cubes with salt and pepper.
  • Using the same pan, over medium-high heat, add the 2 remaining tablespoons of olive oil and cook the swordfish until opaque, about 5 minutes. Add the white wine and cook until almost evaporated, about 2 minutes. Turn off the heat. Add the tomatoes, eggplant, cooked pasta, the remaining 1/3 cup parsley and stir. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

PAN FRIED/BROILED PARMESAN TILAPIA RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by á-28629

Number Of Ingredients 13

Topping:
4 Tilapia fillets
Italian Panko Bread Crumbs
2 eggs
Flour to coat fish
Olive Oil
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
3 Tbs. Mayonnaise
1/4 tsp. dried basil
1/8 tsp. onion powder
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 Tbs. lemon juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all topping ingredients and set aside. Coat fish in flour, dip in egg then coat in bread crumbs. Pan fry 4 to 5 minutes each side, I use a cast iron pan, fry 2 fillets at a time. Top each fillet with the topping and broil for 3 minutes or until cheese is browned.

PENNE PASTA WITH SPINACH AND BACON



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Make and share this Penne Pasta With Spinach and Bacon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     Penne

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) package penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 slices bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 bunch fresh spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add the penne pasta, and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Place bacon in the skillet, and cook until browned and crisp.
  • Add garlic, and cook for about 1 minute.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, and cook until heated through.
  • Place the spinach into a colander, and drain the hot pasta over it so it is wilted.
  • Transfer to a large serving bowl, and toss with the remaining olive oil, and the bacon and tomato mixture.

SICILIAN TILAPIA



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Side dish: Garlic Spinach 1 bag spinach 1 Tbsp olive oil minced garlic pepper to taste heat oil on med, add garlic saute 1 min. Add spinach saute 2 more mins. Add pepper.

Provided by Tammy Williams

Categories     Fish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 Tbsp olive oil
2 lb tilapia fillets, thawed
1 small onion
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 tsp italian seasoning

Steps:

  • 1. In lg skillet, heat 1 Tbsp oil over med heat. Add fish, pepper to taste. Cook 2-5 mins per side, or until cooked. Remove & keep warm.
  • 2. Wipe skillet clean. Heat 1 Tbsp oil over med heat. Add onion, mushrooms & italian seasoning. Cook until tender, about 5 mins.
  • 3. Serve vegetables over fish. ENJOY!

PENNE AND SPINACH BAKE



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This is a quick lowfat meatless dinner, easy because it uses items always on hand, and different because the sauce is milk rather than tomato based. Got this from my friend Diana and make it often. If I have time, I like to use fresh spinach, lightly steamed, and fresh Parmesan cheese.

Provided by LonghornMama

Categories     Penne

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, divided
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/4 cup flour
2 1/2 cups milk
1 1/4 cups parmesan cheese, grated
1 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil oregano and garlic
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Saute onion and garlic in 1 T butter until tender.
  • Add flour and stir to coat onions.
  • Add milk and cook over medium low until bubbly and slightly thickened.
  • Remove from heat; add 1/4 c cheese and seasonings.
  • Combine pasta, sauce, 1 c cheese, tomatoes and spinach in large bowl.
  • Spoon into greased 13x9 baking dish.
  • Combine bread crumbs, 2 T cheese and 1 T butter.
  • Sprinkle over pasta.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Fresh ingredients are key to a flavorful dish. Use the ripest tomatoes, spinach, and tilapia you can find.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the tilapia. Give the fish plenty of room to cook evenly.
  • Season the tilapia generously with salt and pepper. This will help to bring out the flavor of the fish.
  • Cook the spinach until it is just wilted. Overcooked spinach will be slimy and unappetizing.
  • Serve the pasta immediately after it is cooked. This will prevent the pasta from becoming soggy.
  • Garnish the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley.

Conclusion:

Sicilian penne with tilapia and spinach is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is also a great way to get your daily dose of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart health. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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