Tilapia with a Lemon Herb Butter Pan Sauce
This Tilapia with Lemon Herb Butter is quick, flavorful, and perfect for any night!
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients
For the Tilapia:
- 2 fillets Tilapia
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1/4 cup Flour for dredging (about 1/4 cup or more if needed)
- 5 ounces Chicken broth or water
- 1/2 lemon Juice of
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano, chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Tilapia - Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the fillets with salt and pepper. Dredge each fillet lightly in flour, shaking off excess.
- Step 2: Heat the Skillet - In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the dredged tilapia fillets to the skillet.
- Step 3: Cook the Tilapia - Cook the tilapia for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and cover to keep warm.
- Step 4: Make the Lemon Herb Butter Pan Sauce - In the same skillet, lower heat and add the butter. Allow it to melt and brown slightly. Add chicken broth (or water) and lemon juice, stirring to combine.
- Step 5: Add Fresh Herbs - Stir in the chopped dill, parsley, and oregano. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Step 6: Serve and Enjoy - Return tilapia to the skillet, spoon sauce over fish, and serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Measuring spoons
- Fish spatula or regular spatula
- Plate or shallow dish
Notes
- Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for a vegetarian option.
- Frozen tilapia can be used; just thaw completely before cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.