Description
Discover the delightful Pan Fry Tilapia with Pesto Cream Sauce, a gourmet dish that’s quick and easy enough for any home cook. In just 25 minutes, you can elevate your dinner table with tender, flaky tilapia coated in a rich, creamy pesto sauce that bursts with flavor. This versatile recipe pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or a fresh salad, making it ideal for both casual family dinners and elegant gatherings. With minimal cleanup required thanks to a single skillet preparation, you can focus on enjoying your meal rather than fussing in the kitchen. Perfectly family-friendly and sophisticated at the same time, this dish is sure to impress!
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. Cook for 10-11 minutes, flipping halfway until golden brown and cooked through (minimum internal temperature of 145°F).
- Reduce heat to low; add heavy cream and pesto to the skillet.
- Whisk chicken broth with cornstarch; add to skillet. Simmer until sauce thickens.
- Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Return tilapia to the skillet, spoon sauce over fillets, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg