15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection
Experience the delightful taste of 15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection, a quick and healthy meal ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. This dish highlights tender tilapia fillets seasoned to perfection and air-fried for an irresistible crispy exterior. Perfectly paired with fresh salads, rice, or steamed vegetables, this recipe is not only nutritious but also versatile enough to cater to everyone’s palate. With straightforward preparation and minimal cleanup, you can enjoy a satisfying seafood dinner in no time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
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 your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and brush both sides with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and oregano; sprinkle 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.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tilapia fillet (170g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 70mg