Quick, easy and full of healthy veggies this Skillet Tilapia with Tomatoes is a win for a busy night. ย It comes together in less than 30 minutes and only requires a few ingredients. {gluten free, paleo, whole 30}
What no peppermint fudge or cut out sugar cookies today? ย No, as much as I love all those goodies, I have to take a break from baking. ย My family has to eat, know what I mean?
This time of year is crazy busy with shopping, holiday parties, school concerts, cards to address, decorating and did I mention shopping? These are the days when I need quick dinners at the ready. ย It’s so embarrassing to admit, but I have a blog full of recipes I love, yet some nights I open the refrigerator and just stare. ย I am completely dumbfounded as to what to cook. ย Why is that? ย Do you feel the same way?
Trust me, when the New Year rolls around I’m going to be on it! ย Meal planning and less wasted food – that will be my new motto.
I always have some kind of frozen fish on hand and it works well in this recipe. ย Just give the fish a nice browning in olive oil on both sides. ย I did the same thing with the tomatoes to get them a bit caramelized and to bring out their awesome flavor and juiciness. ย My kids tend to like those meals that are super simple. In fact, they could eat plain chicken breasts sauteed in olive oil and garlic every night of their lives. ย The simpler the better.
Here are some other quick dinner ideas to help you get through the busy holiday season…
- Easy Teriyaki Salmon
- Five Ingredient Caprese Chicken
- Chicken Parmesan with Pepperoniย (my kids love this one!)
- Easy Skinny Quinoa Chili
So put away that mixer for now and start cooking some simple fresh dinners for your peeps. ย Since this only takes about 20 minutes, you’ll have extra time for all that holiday shopping.
Want more paleo meals? ย Check out my paleo index.
Skillet Tilapia with Tomatoes
Ingredients
- 3 pieces of tilapia or other mild white fish
- 2 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes
- salt and pepper
- parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil.
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Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper.
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Add to pan and saute for about 3 minutes per side or until fish is cooked through.
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Remove to a plate and cover with foil.
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Add 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil to pan and tomatoes. Salt and pepper to taste.
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Cook for about 4 minutes or until they get some browning and start to blister, tossing occasionally.
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Add fish back to the same pan and warm for a minute.
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Serve immediately.
It is crazy busy at the moment and I love healthy recipes I can put on the table quickly. Your Skillet Tilapia with Tomatoes really fits the bill! Love that you can use frozen fish as well!
Thanks April!
I can’t wait to try!! Looks so yummy ๐
Thank you!
I love cooking fish stove top…this looks wonderful with the tomatoes. What a simple yet flavorful meal for the week. xo, Catherine
Thanks Catherine!
My husband is the biggest fan of tilapia and this new recipe is great for me!
I hope hubby likes it!
This is so colorful! I love the tomatoes. Tilapia lends itself to so many recipes with it’s mild flavor and texture.
You are right Amanda!
What a great recipe! I think even my non-fish eating family will like it. Can’t wait to make it!
Thanks Christine! Hope they all love it!
Perfect quick and easy weeknight dinner Karen!! I love all the tomatoes!
Oh my gosh – I do the same thing! I open the fridge and just stare! hahaha! I like the idea of making meal planning a resolution for the New Year! I need to get on that! And I’ll start with this delicious dish! It’s only breakfast time but I’m already craving! Pinned!
Great dinner. Love a quick fish dinner and those pretty tomatoes must really add a ton of flavour!
i feel like I can’t get caught up, yet alone ahead since the holidays kicked off. i love this recipe…perfect for a weeknight dinner during this crazy season!