Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pan Fried Tilapia with Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce. This easy-to-prepare dish brings together the flaky, tender texture of fresh tilapia and a rich, zesty sauce that can be ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe highlights the vibrant combination of garlic and lemon, elevating the fish to a memorable dining experience. Serve it alongside your favorite sides, like steamed vegetables or rice, for a wholesome meal that is both nutritious and impressive.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 skinless tilapia fillets
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for sauce)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup low sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat; add olive oil and butter.
- Season tilapia with salt and pepper; cook for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Whisk in chicken broth and reduce for about 4 minutes; then add heavy cream gradually.
- Stir in lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, then pour sauce over tilapia.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg