Air Fryer Tilapia No Breading Keto Friendly

Air Fryer Tilapia is fast and delicious. Air fry up plain tilapia fillets into tender, flaky portions that are an absolute delight! The best part is that this flavorful seafood dish comes together in just 10 minutes for a super convenient weeknight meal!

Easy Tilapia Cooked In The Air Fryer

Summer calls for light meals that can be made without much fuss! Like my lemon butter baked cod, this air fryer tilapia without breading is a super-fast and mouthwatering seafood main course that you can whip up for your family in just 10 minutes!

It’s amazing with buttery tilapia – but you can also use whatever favorite white fish you have available! Full of heart-healthy Omega-3’s, tilapia is a fantastic, healthy, and affordable option for dinner.

My Air Fryer Tilapia is full of flavor, tender, and effortless – everything you want in a main course!

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe!

Incredibly Fast! This recipe is no-fuss and basically effortless, no matter what your culinary experience level! Makes the perfect meal for a busy weeknight!

It’s Tasty! The air fryer makes this tilapia succulent, and the rich seasonings highlight the flavor of the fish without overwhelming the delicate flesh.

Make it Your Own! Use this recipe as a base and experiment with different flavors to find your favorite!

🥘 Ingredients

Let the air fryer do the cooking with this effortless 4 ingredient recipe. Unable to find Cajun seasoning in your grocery store? Make my simple and quick recipe!

Tilapia Fillets – Fresh is always best! You can use frozen too – but make sure to thaw! You can also substitute any white fish for the tilapia.Olive Oil – A fantastic, healthy cooking oil. You’ll use this to coat the air fryer basket and rub on the fillets.Cajun Seasoning – An incredibly delicious seasoning blend to sprinkle on the fish. Use your favorite store-bought or use mine to add delicious flavor to so many recipes.Lemon – This is optional, but lemon enhances the flavor of the fish and adds an incredible fresh bite.

Be sure to see the free printable recipe card below for ingredients, exact amounts & instructions with tips!

🔪 How To Air Fry Tilapia

My fast and delicious air fryer tilapia comes together so effortlessly, you’ll be amazed!

This recipe makes 2 servings, but you can easily increase this recipe to feed the whole family.

Prep the air fryer. Rub a small drizzle of olive oil (about ½ of a teaspoon) on the air fryer basket or use an air fryer liner. Then preheat your air fryer to 400°F (205°C).Prep the tilapia. Rinse and pat dry one 8-ounce tilapia fillet or two 4-ounce tilapia fillets. Next, rub a small amount of olive oil (about 1 teaspoon) over both sides of the fish. Then, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning over both sides of the tilapia, until well-coated.Air fry the tilapia. Place the tilapia in the air fryer and air fry at 400°F (205°C) for 4 minutes, then flip and continue cooking for another 3 minutes. When the fish is done, it will reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). It should also be completely opaque and flaky.Serve. Squeeze a lemon wedge over the fish, if desired and serve immediately.

I love to serve this fast and delicious air fryer tilapia for a light summertime lunch or dinner with my equally effortless air fryer asparagus.

Want a sauce to cover the fish or dip into? Try my lemon butter sauce or drawn butter.

Make it hearty with a side dish like my delicious oven-roasted potatoes! Enjoy!

💭 Angela’s Tips & Recipe Notes

Cooking times are an estimate and may vary, based on many factors. Every air fryer is different! Cooking times may vary slightly based on air fryer model or the thickness of your fish. Using the manufacturer’s instructions and my recommendations will make sure your fish is perfect.Oil your air fryer basket or use a liner to prevent the tilapia from sticking. Fish sticks to pans and breaks apart easily. Protecting the bottom of the fillet will make sure you’re serving whole, beautiful fillets of fish.Don’t overcook your tilapia! Use a thermometer to ensure a perfect finish.According to the USDA, the internal temperature for tilapia should be 145°F (63°C). Tilapia is a fish that should be fully cooked. Don’t have a thermometer? When tilapia is fully cooked, it will be opaque, firm to the touch, and will flake easily when you twist a fork inserted into the thickest portion of the white fish.

🥡 Storing & Reheating

This tilapia is fantastic for lunch the next day or for meal prep! If you do make extra, this incredible air fryer salmon will last for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator!

You can further extend the shelf life of this cooked tilapia by freezing it. Place cooled fillets in an airtight container or heavy-duty freezer bag. Eat the tilapia within 4 months for the best flavor. When defrosting, a slow defrost in your refrigerator overnight is the safest and best option!

Reheating Air Fryer Tilapia

To reheat this delicious tilapia, preheat your air fryer to 275°F (135°C). Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until it’s reached an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

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What’s the best substitute for tilapia? Tilapia is a lean white fish with a buttery flavor and firm, but delicate texture. Any white fish would make a good substitute, but Catfish, Striped Bass, Bream, Red Snapper, Flounder, and Branzino are the closest substitutions. Why Cook Fish To 145°F (63°C)? Because freshwater fish and lake fish can have parasites, you really do want to cook them to that completely done (and safe) temperature of 145°F (63°C). Fish that has been in the deep freezer has had the bacteria killed, so this is the exception. Someone else had the same question here.

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📋 Recipe

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Air Fryer Tilapia

Author | Angela

Servings: 2 servings Calories: 165kcal Prep 3 minutes Cooking 7 minutes Total Time 10 minutes

Pin Recipe Share on Facebook Ingredients US CustomaryMetric1x2x3x▢ 8 oz tilapia fillet (or 2 4oz portions)▢ ½ tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)▢ 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning (use mine or store bought)▢ 1 lemon (optional)

InstructionsRinse and pat dry the tilapia.8 oz tilapia filletPreheat your air fryer to 400°F (205°C). Lightly coat the basket bottom with cooking oil, or use an air fryer liner.Rub a small amount of olive oil over both sides of the fish and sprinkle the Cajun seasoning over both sides of the tilapia.½ tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon Cajun SeasoningPlace into your preheated air fryer and cook at 400°F (205°C) for 4 minutes, then flip and continue cooking for another 3 minutes.When the fish is done, it will be flaky and completely white throughout. Squeeze a bit of lemon over the fish if desired and serve immediately, enjoy!1 lemon Equipment You May NeedAir Fryer (convection style)Air Fryer (basket style)Silicone Kitchen Tongs NotesAccording to the USDA the temperature for tilapia should be 145°F (63°C). NutritionCalories: 165kcal (8%) | Carbohydrates: 7g (2%) | Protein: 24g (48%) | Fat: 6g (9%) | Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 57mg (19%) | Sodium: 62mg (3%) | Potassium: 497mg (14%) | Fiber: 3g (13%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 1736IU (35%) | Vitamin C: 29mg (35%) | Calcium: 33mg (3%) | Iron: 2mg (11%) Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can’t wait to see your results! Mention @bake_it_with_love or tag #bake_it_with_love! Air Fryer Tilapia Course Air Fryer, Main Dish, SeafoodCuisine American

Angela @ BakeItWithLove.comAngela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma’s kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love! bakeitwithlove.com/about/

Tilapia is a lean white fish with a buttery flavor and firm, but delicate texture. Any white fish would make a good substitute, but Catfish, Striped Bass, Bream, Red Snapper, Flounder, and Branzino are the closest substitutions.

Why Cook Fish To 145°F (63°C)? Because freshwater fish and lake fish can have parasites, you really do want to cook them to that completely done (and safe) temperature of 145°F (63°C). Fish that has been in the deep freezer has had the bacteria killed, so this is the exception. Someone else had the same question here.

Because freshwater fish and lake fish can have parasites, you really do want to cook them to that completely done (and safe) temperature of 145°F (63°C). Fish that has been in the deep freezer has had the bacteria killed, so this is the exception. Someone else had the same question here.

Love This Recipe?Click On A Star To Rate It!

5 from 28 reviews