Ingredients:

  • 4 (6 oz) tilapia fillets
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp paprika

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the tilapia fillets completely dry with paper towels and season both sides lightly with salt and black pepper.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried parsley, and paprika. Stir until the mixture forms a thick, uniform paste.
  4. Spread a generous layer of the mayonnaise mixture over the top of each fillet, pressing down slightly to ensure adhesion.
  5. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the fish is opaque, flakes easily with a fork, and the topping is deep golden brown.