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15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection

15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection


  • Author: Valeria
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Enjoy a quick and healthy dinner with our 15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection! Try this flavorful recipe today!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and lightly brush both sides with olive oil.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and oregano.
  4. Evenly sprinkle the seasoning over both sides of the tilapia fillets.
  5. Place the seasoned fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and flaky.
  6. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tilapia fillet (170g)
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 310mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added crispiness, consider coating the fillets in breadcrumbs before cooking. Experiment with different spices or add lemon zest to enhance flavor.