Creole Tilapia

Dive into the bold and zesty flavors of the South with this Creole Tilapia recipe, a quick and easy dinner that's brimming with vibrant spices and fresh ingredients. Perfectly seared tilapia fillets are nestled into a rich, tomato-based creole sauce made with sautéed onions, green bell peppers, celery, and a kick of Creole seasoning, paprika, and optional cayenne for those heat lovers. Simmered to tender, flaky perfection, this dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served over a bed of fluffy white rice, making it a satisfying meal for busy weeknights or a special occasion. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-skillet recipe brings the heartwarming taste of Louisiana to your kitchen with minimal cleanup. With keywords like "Creole Tilapia," "quick dinner recipe," and "one-skillet seafood dish," this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces tilapia fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 pieces celery stalks, chopped
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.5 cups chicken or seafood stock
• 1.5 tablespoons Creole seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 2 cups cooked white rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Creole seasoning. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the tilapia fillets and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly golden. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery for 4-5 minutes, or until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, and chicken or seafood stock. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Add the remaining Creole seasoning, paprika, dried thyme, and cayenne pepper (if using). Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Return the tilapia fillets to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve the Creole Tilapia over a bed of cooked white rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1807.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1724.0

Total Fat 53.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 236.2mg	0%
Sodium 6178.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 126.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 334.9mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 3554.1mg	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: 28.1%

Protein: 29.3%

Carbs: 42.6%