Can I use frozen tilapia?

Absolutely! Just thaw it first in the fridge overnight (or do the quick thaw in cold water if you're in a pinch). Here's a tip - pat it extra dry or you'll get steamed fish instead of crispy no breading fish. Learned that the hard way on a rushed Tuesday night!

How do I prevent sticking?

A little oil on the basket works wonders - just brush or spray lightly before adding your fillets. I use my fingers to spread a tiny bit of the same olive oil I coat the fish with. No fancy tools needed, promise - just rub it around like you're moisturizing the basket!

Can I add breading to this?

Technically yes, but why mess with perfection? The whole beauty of this air fryer tilapia is that gorgeous crispy exterior without any breading. Trust me, after you taste how the simple spice crust caramelizes, you won't miss the crumbs. Save the breaded versions for when you're feeling fancy!

Crispy Air Fryer Tilapia in Just 15 Minutes

Name: Air Fryer Tilapia
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tilapia fillets; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 lemon, sliced

Air Fryer Tilapia

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A quick and healthy tilapia fillet with a crispy finish, seasoned with garlic and paprika, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Author: Sophia Collins
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 10 min
Total Time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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2 tilapia fillets
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 lemon, sliced

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Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel.
Brush both sides of the fillets with olive oil.
Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the fillets.
Place the fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until the fish is flaky and crispy.
Serve with lemon slices.

Notes

For extra crispiness, lightly spray the fillets with cooking oil before air frying.
Pair with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 fillet
Calories: 180
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 60mg

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