How to Make Tilapia Foil Packets - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tilapia foil packets are a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious and healthy meal. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want to get dinner on the table without a lot of fuss. The best part is that everything cooks together in a neat little package, making cleanup a breeze.

Tilapia is a mild white fish that is widely available and affordable, making it a great choice for this recipe. The fish is seasoned with a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, and then combined w...

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Ingredients

  • aluminum foil
  • 4 (5 ounce) fillets tilapia
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 fillets

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lay 4 sheets of aluminum foil on a work surface.
  • Place 1 tilapia fillet in the center of each piece of foil, and top with 1/2 tablespoon butter. Sprinkle each fillet with dill, garlic powder, pepper, and salt. Fold foil over top and roll up edges to create a sealed packet. Place packets on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    196 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 67mg
    • Sodium: 354mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 595mg