Lightly Breaded Air Fryer Tilapia
The fastest and easiest breaded fish you'll ever make! So tasty, even picky eaters will enjoy it.
Servings: 2
Calories: 210kcal
Equipment
- air fryer
- Rolling Pin
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- ½ lb tilapia filets skinless (2 small filets)
- ½ tsp avocado oil spray
- ¼ tsp salt
- 3 tbsp panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- lemon juice (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Meanwhile, pat each tilapia filet dry with a paper towel, then spray with avocado oil spray and sprinkle with salt.
- Mix panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, paprika, pepper, and garlic powder in a shallow dish. Place each tilapia filet in the dish and coat with breading. (You most likely won't use up all of the breading.)
- (This is where the magic happens.) Place the breaded filets on a sheet of parchment paper. Lay another piece of parchment paper on top. Use a rolling pin to gently roll over the filets and press the breading into the fish. This step helps the breading adhere to the fish for maximum crispiness!
- Add the tilapia to the preheated air fryer and cook for 7 minutes (or until the fish reaches 145°F).
- Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice!
Notes
- Please note that nutrition facts are an estimate and can vary widely based on amounts and specific types used.
- Although we love leftovers at Chelsea Dishes, this dish is best served fresh. (Crispy breading is much tastier than mushy breading.)
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 580mg | Potassium: 392mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 186IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 2mg