Description
Experience the exquisite flavors of Pan Fry Tilapia with Pesto Cream Sauce, a gourmet dish that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful seafood meal. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, from quick weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy tender tilapia fillets pan-fried to golden perfection and topped with a creamy pesto sauce that’s rich and satisfying. The combination of fresh basil pesto and heavy cream creates a luxurious sauce that beautifully complements the subtle taste of tilapia. Serve it over pasta, rice, or alongside mashed potatoes for a complete culinary experience that feels indulgent yet effortless.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 package Sea Cuisine Smart Indulgence Roasted Garlic and Herb Tilapia (frozen)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add frozen tilapia fillets in a single layer and cook for 10-11 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F).
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and add heavy cream and pesto.
- Whisk chicken broth with cornstarch in a separate bowl; pour into the skillet.
- Simmer the sauce until thickened; add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Return tilapia to the skillet, spooning sauce over it before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg