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Air Fryer Tilapia

Last Updated June 1, 2022. Published May 27, 2022 By Davinah Cenou Montezuma

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Want to know how to make tilapia in the air fryer or know how long to cook it in an air fryer? Use this 15-minute Air Fryer Tilapia recipe to make it quickly and easily. It uses just a few spices and doesn’t require flipping. This seafood main dish is perfect for two in a regular air fryer. Or, you can make double for a family using an air fryer oven. Enjoy this with my keto creamed spinach, air fryer asparagus, or ninja foodi cabbage to make a meal.

cooked air fryer Tilapia with lemon slices on a plate

Why Make Air Fryer Tilapia

  • Quick to make: this air fryer tilapia recipe is ready in 15 minutes.
  • Easy & no fuss: simply gather up a few spices, season and air fry. There is no need to flip this fish. Plus, you can use parchment paper in your air fryer to make clean-up even easier.

Ingredients Needed

  • Tilapia Filets: fresh and thawed. I used two 6-8 oz filets, but you can use smaller filets so that two fit in the basket, if necessary. Depending on what’s available, you can leave the skin on or remove it.
  • Garlic Butter: this is a homemade recipe that I use on my air fryer steak and garlic butter air fryer chicken thighs.
  • Olive oil: I’m using regular olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Seasoning: this recipe is really flexible. When I make this, I use my Cajun seasoning or lemon pepper seasoning.
  • Parmesan Cheese: this recipe works best with the fresh grated parmesan cheese that you can find in the refrigerated section of the market.
cajun seasoning, garlic butter, parmesan cheese, olive oil and tilapia fillets on separate bowls

How to Cook Tilapia in the Air Fryer

  1. Drizzle the tilapia filets with olive oil. Top with cajun seasoning and parmesan cheese (spread this as evenly as possible)
  2. Add the fish to the air fryer basket.
  3. Air Fryer at 400 degrees for 8-9 minutes. No need to flip.
  4. Plate the fish and top with melted garlic butter.
steps to cook tilapia in an air fryer

Top Cooking Tips & FAQs

  • To make the fish easier to lift out, add air fryer parchment paper liners or 8-inch round parchment paper to your air fryer basket. 
  • Skin is optional: Depending on your store, your fish may come with skin on one side. If it does (or does not), both work in this recipe.
  • Adjust time for the size of your fish: the time to cook tilapia in an air fryer depends on the size of your fish. One benefit of using an air fryer is that you can always pop it open to check on your food. Cook your fish until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. You can start checking for doneness around the 7 minute mark.
How long does fish take in the air fryer?

This depends on the type of fish and whether the fish is fresh or frozen. But the range is generally between 5-9 minutes.

Are air fryers good for fish?

Yes! I use an air fryer to make tilapia, but I’ve also used it to make salmon and cod.

Can frozen tilapia be cooked in an air fryer?

I personally haven’t tried frozen tilapia in the air fryer.

How long does tilapia take to cook?

Fresh tilapia takes about 8 minutes to cook, depending on the size of your fish.

Recipes to Enjoy This With

  • Easy Cauliflower Rice Pilaf Recipe
  • Keto Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
  • Air Fryer Asparagus
  • Easy Air Fryer Green Beans Recipe

More Air Fryer Fish & Seafood Recipes

  • Ninja Foodi Air Fryer Salmon
  • Air Fryer Keto Crab Cakes
  • Air Fryer Lobster Tails

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Air Fryer Tilapia Recipe

Want to make tilapia in the air fryer or know how long to cook it in an air fryer? Use this 15-minute Air Fryer Tilapia recipe to make it quickly and easily.
Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Ready in: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Servings: 2
Calories: 464kcal
Author: Davinah
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb Tilapia filets, Fresh and thawed. I used two 6-8 oz filets, but you can use smaller filets so that two fit in the basket if necessary.
  • 2 tbsp garlic butter, click for the recipe
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, click for the recipe or use lemon pepper seasoning, add more to taste
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese, fresh grated

Instructions

  • Drizzle the tilapia fillets with olive oil.
  • Top with cajun seasoning and parmesan cheese (spread this as evenly as possible)
  • Optional: to make the fish easier to lift. Add air fryer parchment paper liners to your air fryer basket.
  • Add the fish to the air fryer basket.
  • Air Fryer at 400 degrees for 8-9 minutes. No need to flip.
  • Plate the fish and top with melted garlic butter.

Recipe Notes

  • To make the fish easier to lift out, add air fryer parchment paper liners or 8-inch round parchment paper to your air fryer basket. 
  • Skin is optional: Depending on your store, your fish may come with skin on one side. If it does (or does not), both work in this recipe.
  • Adjust time for the size of your fish: the time to cook tilapia in an air fryer depends on the size of your fish. One benefit of using an air fryer is that you can always pop it open to check on your food. Cook your fish until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. You can start checking for doneness around the 7 minute mark.

Nutrition Details

Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 289mg | Potassium: 716mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 881IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 2mg

The nutrition facts come from entering the recipe ingredients into Spoonacular API, a database of food ingredients. They may vary for any recipe based on the exact product used. The keto sweeteners I use have 0g net carbs & are not included because sugar alcohols do not impact most people. This is provided as a courtesy, but you can do your own calculations if you wish!

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