15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection
Enjoy quick, delicious meals with our 15-Minute Air Fryer Tilapia: Crispy, Flaky Perfection. This recipe showcases how effortlessly you can prepare tender, flavorful tilapia fillets in no time, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or relaxed gatherings. With a light seasoning blend and the unique air frying technique, you’ll create a dish that’s both crispy and healthy without the need for excess oil. Serve it alongside vibrant sides like fresh salads or roasted veggies for a complete meal that satisfies both your palate and your schedule.
- 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 your 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 mixing bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and oregano; mix well.
- Generously season both sides of each tilapia fillet with the spice mixture.
- Place the seasoned fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and flaky.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg