Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Tilapia Fillets (about 4–6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme (or oregano)
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tilapia: Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. This helps them crisp up better in the air fryer.
- Season the Tilapia: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme (or oregano), salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Tilapia: Brush the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of each tilapia fillet.
- Preheat the Air Fryer (Optional): Some air fryers recommend preheating. If yours does, preheat it to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Air Fry the Tilapia: Place the tilapia fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the basket; you may need to cook in batches.
- Cook the Tilapia: Air fry for 8-12 minutes, or until the tilapia is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fillets and the power of your air fryer.
- Check for Doneness: The internal temperature of the tilapia should reach 145°F (63°C).
- Serve: Serve immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 200 calories
- Sugar: 0 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g