Golden Air Fryer Parmesan Herb Tilapia Recipe
Make this crispy Air Fryer Dinners recipe in minutes. Juicy tilapia with a golden Parmesan herb crust is perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Shallow Dish for Coating
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 fillets tilapia about 6 oz each
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil for brushing
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy crust.
- In a shallow dish, mix together grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Brush each tilapia fillet lightly with olive oil, then press into the Parmesan herb mixture to coat both sides.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Arrange the coated fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if needed.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fish is flaky and the crust is golden.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite sides.