Description
A quick and easy recipe for crispy and flavorful tilapia fillets cooked perfectly in the air fryer. This healthy dish is ready in under 20 minutes and makes a delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
4 tilapia fillets (about 4 ounces each), skinless and boneless
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil spray or cooking spray
Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
In a shallow bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a second shallow bowl, beat the two large eggs until smooth.
Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third shallow bowl.
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels.
Dredge each tilapia fillet first in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Dip the fillet into the beaten eggs, coating completely.
Press the fillet into the panko breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
Lightly spray both sides of the breaded fillets with olive oil spray.
Place the fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if necessary.
Cook the tilapia fillets at 400°F (200°C) for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the coating is golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes