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Pan fried tilapia bathed in pesto cream sauce

Pan Fried Tilapia Bathed in Pesto Cream Sauce Bliss

Pan fried tilapia bathed in pesto cream sauce is a delightful twist on a classic meal, combining simplicity and elegance.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tilapia
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing, can substitute with a neutral oil.
  • 4 fillets Sea Cuisine Smart Indulgence Roasted Garlic and Herb Tilapia Convenient pre-seasoned tilapia.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Delivers a rich, creamy texture.
  • ½ cup Pesto Choose homemade or store-bought.
  • ½ cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth Always opt for low sodium.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickens the sauce.
  • 1 whole Lemon Juice Fresh juice is best.

Equipment

  • large nonstick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the frozen Sea Cuisine Smart Indulgence Roasted Garlic and Herb Tilapia fillets in a single layer. Cook for 10 to 11 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  3. Transfer the cooked tilapia to a plate, cover with aluminum foil, and reduce heat to low.
  4. In the same skillet, pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, whisk in ½ cup of low sodium chicken broth blended with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and heat slowly.
  5. Stir in ½ cup of pesto into the cream mixture and simmer for about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Squeeze in the juice of 1 lemon and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Return the warm tilapia fillets to the skillet, spooning the creamy pesto sauce over them.
  8. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or alongside mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 580mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is family-friendly, nutritious, and gluten-free, perfect for busy weeknights.

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