Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Tilapia is coated with a lemon pepper seasoned mixture, topped with Parmesan, and baked until crispy.

Ingredients

• 4 (4-ounce) tilapia filets
• ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt (see note)
• 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ¼ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese

For Garnish

• ¼ cup diced green onions optional
• 1 lemon cut into wedges

Recommended Equipment

• Baking Sheet

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
2. Mix the grated Parmesan, lemon pepper, parsley, and salt together.4 (4-ounce) tilapia filets,¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese,⅛ teaspoon kosher salt,1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning,1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3. Drizzle the tilapia with olive oil, then coat with the cheese mixture, pressing it in lightly with your fingers to make sure it sticks. Sprinkle lightly with the shredded Parmesan, then transfer to the prepared baking sheet.1 tablespoon olive oil,¼ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
4. Bake in the preheated oven until the fish is opaque in the thickest part, about 10 minutes.
5. To brown further, broil for about 5 more minutes until cheese crust is slightly crispy (watch carefully to make sure fish doesn’t burn)
6. Top with green onions and serve and serve with lemon wedges, optional.