Baked Tilapia from Frozen in 25 Minutes

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Pat the frozen fillets lightly with a paper towel to remove excess frost.
3. Place 2-3 lemon slices under each frozen tilapia fillet on the baking sheet to create a barrier.
4. Sprinkle 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp paprika evenly over the tops of the fillets.
5. Place the baking sheet on the center rack and bake for 12-15 minutes.
6. While the fish bakes, whisk together 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice in a small bowl.
7. Remove the pan from the oven and drizzle the lemon butter glaze generously over each fillet.
8. Return to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes until the fish is opaque, flakes easily with a fork, and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
9. Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.