15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection
Experience the delightful simplicity of 15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection. This quick and nutritious recipe will transform your weeknight dinners into a gourmet experience without the fuss. The air fryer locks in moisture while achieving a golden, crispy exterior that pairs wonderfully with various sides, making it ideal for casual gatherings or family meals. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can serve up a satisfying dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
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
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Pat tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and brush both sides with olive oil.
- In a bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the fillets.
- Place the seasoned fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and flaky.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 211
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 393mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg