Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia is a simple and flavorful seafood dish featuring tender tilapia fillets baked with a rich garlic butter sauce and fresh herbs—perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
4 tilapia fillets
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Lemon slices (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
Place tilapia fillets in a single layer in the prepared dish.
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the fillets.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
Substitute tilapia with cod, haddock, or another mild white fish if desired.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Serve with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.