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Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Crispy Parmesan-crusted tilapia from the air fryer—golden outside, flaky inside, done in about 15 minutes.

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Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Tilapia

Yield4
Prep10 min
Cook10 min
Total20 min

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Method

4 steps

  1. 1

    Heat air fryer to 400°F. Mix Parmesan, panko, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper on a plate.

  2. 2

    Beat egg with mayonnaise in a shallow bowl. Dip each fillet in the egg mixture, then press into the Parmesan crumbs on both sides.

  3. 3

    Spray the air fryer basket. Arrange fillets in a single layer (cook in batches if needed). Mist the tops with oil spray.

  4. 4

    Air fry 8–11 minutes until the crust is golden and the fish flakes easily (internal temp about 145°F). Rest 1 minute; serve with lemon.

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