Creamy Crab Topped Tilapia

Elevate your seafood dinner game with this decadent Creamy Crab Topped Tilapia. Succulent tilapia fillets are baked to perfection, topped with a rich, creamy blend of lump crab meat, tangy cream cheese, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant green onions. Finished with a blanket of golden, bubbling Parmesan cheese, this dish exudes restaurant-quality elegance in just 35 minutes. A hint of paprika and garlic powder adds depth of flavor, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley makes for a show-stopping garnish. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe is a deliciously easy way to enjoy seafood at home. Pair it with steamed veggies, fluffy rice, or a crisp salad for a complete, mouthwatering meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces tilapia fillets
• 1 cup lump crab meat
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush the fillets with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, green onion, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Gently fold the lump crab meat into the cream cheese mixture, being careful not to break up the chunks of crab.

Step 5

Spoon the creamy crab mixture evenly on top of each tilapia fillet, spreading it out to cover the surface.

Step 6

Sprinkle each fillet with grated parmesan cheese for a golden, bubbly topping.

Step 7

Bake the tilapia in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The topping should be slightly golden and bubbling.

Step 8

Remove the fillets from the oven and let them rest for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. This dish pairs beautifully with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(834.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1518.2

Total Fat 92.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 518.5mg	0%
Sodium 4085.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g	0%
Total Sugars 4.7g
Protein 157.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 451.5mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 2560.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.3%

Protein: 41.2%

Carbs: 4.5%