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Lemon Garlic Herb Baked Tilapia
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
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Lemon Garlic Herb Baked Tilapia
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Lemon Garlic Herb Baked Tilapia
Season the tilapia fillets on both sides with the salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Arrange the fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the minced garlic and butter pieces evenly over fillets.
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Lemon Garlic Herb Baked Tilapia
Slice the lemon half into 1/4-inch slices (4-6 slices). Lay slices on top of tilapia fillets.
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Lemon Garlic Herb Baked Tilapia
Bake the tilapia on middle rack of oven until center of fish is just opaque and begins to flake with a fork, 7-9 minutes, depending on thickness of fillets.
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Lemon Garlic Herb Baked Tilapia
Check to see that tilapia is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Lemon Garlic Herb Baked Tilapia
Squeeze lemon juice over the fillets, and serve immediately.