Description
Pan Fry Tilapia with Pesto Cream Sauce is a quick and elegant dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. This easy recipe combines tender, pan-fried tilapia with a luscious basil pesto cream sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. In just 25 minutes, you can serve up a flavorful meal that impresses both family and guests. Pair it with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a delightful dinner that feels upscale yet is simple enough for any home cook.
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 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 and cooked through (145°F internal temperature).
- Lower heat and add heavy cream and pesto to the skillet.
- Whisk chicken broth with cornstarch; then incorporate into the skillet.
- Simmer until thickened, stirring frequently. Add lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Return tilapia to the skillet, spoon sauce over fillets, and serve immediately over your choice of side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce (180g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg