How to Make Tilapia with Creamy Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tilapia with creamy sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. This recipe combines the delicate texture of tilapia with a rich and savory creamy sauce that is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. The dish is not only tasty but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal option for those with busy schedules.

Tilapia is a mild-flavored fish that is readily available in most grocery stores. It has a slightly sweet taste ...

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Ingredients

  • butter flavored cooking spray
  • 4 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
  • 4 teaspoons margarine, melted
  • 7 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
  • 4 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
  • 1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning
  • 4 teaspoons cream cheese

Information

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

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking tray with cooking spray.
  • Place tilapia fillets on the prepared tray and coat them lightly with cooking spray. Spoon melted margarine over each fillet, then drizzle with 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Season with 2 tablespoons dill and lemon pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine remaining 5 tablespoons lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons dill, and cream cheese in a small bowl. Heat in the microwave for 1 minute 10 seconds, then stir to blend.
  • Place fillets onto serving plates and spoon sauce around them in a decorative fashion.
  • Nutrition

    173 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 47mg
    • Sodium: 480mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 53mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 539mg