Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels.
  1.5 pound tilapia fillets
• In a shallow dish, combine the Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  1.5 pound tilapia fillets
• Brush both sides of the tilapia fillets with olive oil.
  1.5 pound tilapia fillets
• Dredge each tilapia fillet in the Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to coat both sides.
  1.5 pound tilapia fillets
• Place the coated tilapia fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
  1.5 pound tilapia fillets
• Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  1.5 pound tilapia fillets
• Drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.
  1.5 pound tilapia fillets