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crispy air fryer tilapia recipe

Crispy Air Fryer Tilapia Recipe: Quick and Delicious Dinner Idea

I love making this crispy air fryer tilapia recipe. Perfectly tender fillets await you—try it for dinner tonight! It’s a quick and healthy option that your family will enjoy.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each, 170 g)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (100 g)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (60 g)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a shallow dish, mix breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place flour in another shallow dish and beat eggs in a third dish.
  4. Coat each tilapia fillet with flour, dip in eggs, and then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and place tilapia fillets in a single layer.
  6. Air fry for 10 minutes, flip the fillets, and air fry for an additional 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning according to preference.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg

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