Skillet Lemon Tilapia with Parmesan Macaroni

Name: Skillet Lemon Tilapia with Parmesan Macaroni
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pinch Dried Basil; 1 pinch Dried Cilantro; 1 pinch Dried Oregano; 1 pinch Garlic Powder; 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1 tsp Lemon Juice; 1 tbsp Light Olive Oil; 6 oz Macaroni; 1 pinch Salt & Pepper; 2 whole Tilapia

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 American High-Protein 💪Sugar-Free Heart-Healthy ❤️Comfort-Food Pescatarian 🐟

Skillet Lemon Tilapia with Parmesan Macaroni pairs flaky, citrus-kissed fish with creamy, cheese-coated elbow pasta for a bright yet comforting bite. A hint of garlic, basil, oregano, and cilantro rounds out the flavors, making it a weeknight-friendly dinner that still feels special. Serve when you’re craving something light but satisfying, especially with a simple green salad.

Prep5 mins
Cook15 mins
Serves2
DifficultyEasy

1

Start the pasta: Bring a saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil over medium heat. Stir in the macaroni and return to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender but still slightly firm, about 8 minutes.
2

While the pasta cooks, make the fish: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle the tilapia on both sides with lemon juice, oregano, basil, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Place the fillets in the hot skillet, ensuring they do not touch. Sear until golden on the outside and opaque and flaky inside, 2 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
3

Finish the pasta: Drain the macaroni and return it to the saucepan. Add olive oil and stir to coat. Mix in Parmesan cheese, then stir in lemon juice, garlic powder, basil, oregano, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
4

Divide the pasta between two plates and place a tilapia fillet on top of each.