Tilapia with Creamy Lemon Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Tilapia with Creamy Lemon Sauce recipe—a delightful fusion of simplicity and elegance. Featuring tender, pan-seared tilapia fillets smothered in a velvety sauce made with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a touch of heavy cream, this dish is packed with zesty, buttery flavor. The golden crust on the fish adds texture, while the bright notes of lemon zest and chopped parsley provide a burst of freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy evenings yet sophisticated enough to impress your dinner guests. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables or fluffy white rice for a restaurant-quality meal that’s as comforting as it is impressive.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.75 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the tilapia fillets with salt and ground black pepper.

Step 2

Lightly dredge the tilapia fillets in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt.

Step 4

Pan-sear the tilapia fillets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low. In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 8

Return the tilapia fillets to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the fish, and let them warm through for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the dish with fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve the tilapia fillets immediately with the creamy lemon sauce on top. Pair with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	848.9 grams (848.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1814

Total Fat 135.20g	173%
Saturated Fat 65.40g	327%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 501mg	167%
Sodium 2932mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 29.10g	11%
Dietary Fiber 1.90g	7%
Total Sugars 1.20g
Protein 109.80g	220%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 98mg	8%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 1774mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.7%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 6.6%