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Quick tilapia filet in roasted pepper sauce served in a bowl.

Quick Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce

This dish features flaky tilapia fillets in a vibrant roasted red pepper sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Tilapia fillets About 6–8 oz each
  • 1 to 1.25 cups Roasted red peppers Drained and roughly chopped (jarred or homemade)
  • 2 to 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 0.5 to 0.75 cups Chicken broth Or vegetable broth for a lighter option
  • 0.5 teaspoons Salt Adjust to taste
  • Pepper Freshly ground, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Plus extra for drizzling
  • Rice or crusty bread For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat until it shimmers but isn’t smoking.
  2. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30–45 seconds. Add a pinch of salt.
  3. Add roasted red peppers and chicken broth, bringing to a gentle simmer for 4–6 minutes.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to purée until smooth (optional).
  5. Return the sauce to the pan and taste, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Add tilapia fillets to the pan, spooning sauce over the top. Cover and cook on medium-low for 6–8 minutes.
  7. Serve over rice or with crusty bread, drizzling with olive oil and finishing with lemon juice or herbs if desired.

Notes

Jarred roasted red peppers are convenient; roasting your own adds extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Freeze the sauce separately for up to 3 months.