Ritz Parmesan Tilapia
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this quick and crispy Ritz Parmesan Tilapia, a flavorful, family-friendly recipe that pairs tender tilapia with a golden, buttery crust. Crushed Ritz crackers combined with grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and a hint of paprika create the perfect savory coating that bakes to perfection in just 15 minutes. This recipe is as simple as it is delicious, with minimal prep time and ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges for a zesty finish that complements the flaky fish. Ideal for busy evenings, this easy baked tilapia recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort—perfect for seafood lovers and home cooks alike.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (optional for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Step 2
Place the Ritz crackers into a resealable plastic bag. Using a rolling pin or your hands, crush them into fine crumbs.
Step 3
In a medium bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Step 4
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel to ensure the topping adheres well.
Step 5
Brush each fillet lightly with melted butter on both sides.
Step 6
Press each fillet into the crumb mixture, coating both sides evenly. Place the coated fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7
Drizzle any remaining melted butter over the fillets for extra crispiness and flavor.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the coating is golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side for a fresh citrus kick.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (655.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1546.0 |
| Total Fat 93.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 46.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 392mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2815.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.3g | |
| Protein 127.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 528.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1739.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories