air fryer tilapia (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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4 tilapia fillets (5 oz each)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning (with salt; add 3/4 tsp sea salt if unsalted)
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 medium lemon, sliced into wedges (optional)
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
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In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon pepper seasoning, paprika, and garlic powder to make the spice mixture.
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Brush both sides of each tilapia fillet with the olive oil and spice mixture until fully coated.
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Place tilapia fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, not touching. Cook for 6–8 minutes, until lightly browned and flakes easily with a fork.
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Remove from air fryer. Optionally squeeze lemon wedges over the fillets and garnish with parsley before serving.
# Notes:
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Cook in batches if your air fryer basket is small to avoid overcrowding.
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Tilapia can be cooked from frozen by adding 1–2 more minutes to the cook time.
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Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 2 minutes to maintain crispiness.