Pan Fry Tilapia with Pesto Cream Sauce
Indulge in the rich flavors of Pan Fry Tilapia with Pesto Cream Sauce, a dish that effortlessly transforms your weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences. This delightful recipe features tender tilapia fillets cooked to perfection and smothered in a creamy pesto sauce highlighted by fresh lemon juice. Not only is it quick and easy, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish, but it also requires minimal cleanup, making it ideal for busy nights or special occasions. Serve it over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal that’s both wholesome and packed with protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
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 (or evaporated milk + 1 teaspoon cornstarch)
- 1/3 cup 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 until golden brown.
- Reduce heat to low, add heavy cream and pesto to the skillet.
- Whisk chicken broth with cornstarch; add to the skillet and simmer until thickened.
- Stir in lemon juice and season. Return tilapia to the skillet, spoon sauce over fillets, then serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (142g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg