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This tilapia and shrimp recipe is full of the delicious flavors of perfectly cooked tilapia and shrimp along with a rich, creamy sauce.

Closeup shot of tilapia and shrimp with sauce on plate

This recipe is a seafood lover's dream. Flaky tilapia and tender shrimp are bathed in a rich, creamy, sauce. It's a combination of delicious flavors and textures you'll love.

I'm a huge seafood lover. I love all shellfish and fish, especially white fish. This recipe combines all my favorites with a tasty sauce that really makes the entire dish work so well.

Ingredients

It only takes a handful of simple ingredients to make this delicious recipe.

Tilapia and Shrimp with Lemon Cream Sauce

tilapia filets
shrimp
half and half
lemon juice
garlic powder
paprika
grated parmesan cheese
salt
pepper

Overhead shot of individual tiliapia and shrimp ingredients on table

Instructions

A few minutes and a few steps are all it takes to make this simple recipe.

Step 1: Place tilapia filets and shrimp in a large greased skillet.

Step 2: Season tilapia and shrimp with salt and pepper.

Overhead shot of raw tilapia and shrimp cooking in pan

Step 3: Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Shrimp is done with pink and opaque. Fish is done with white and flakey.

Overhead shot of cooked tilapia and shrimp in pan

Step 4: In a small saucepan, whisk half and half with lemon juice, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook over medium heat until it reaches a slow boil.

Step 5: Reduce heat to low and whisk in parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Be sure to stir often.

Overehead shoth of sauce ingredients in saucepan

Step 6: Continue cooking sauce for 10-15 minutes or until it thickens.

Step 7: Serve each tilapia filet with 4 shrimp and a helping of lemon cream sauce.

Equipment

You'll only need a few basic pieces of kitchen equipment to make this recipe.

Measuring cups and spoons
Pan
Saucepan
Whisk
Mixing bowl

Substitutions

Any White Fish: Any white fish will work for this recipe.

Real Lemon: If you don't have fresh lemon juice, you can use Real Lemon.

Options

Looking for ways to change up this tilapia and shrimp recipe? Here are some suggestions.

Spicy: Add red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.

Dill: Dill is a delicious addition to this recipe.

Tips:

Remove the shrimp and tilapia after the specified time in the recipe so you don't overcook it.
When cooking the sauce, whisk continually to prevent burning.

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FAQ

How long will this last?

It will keep in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Why is my shrimp rubbery?

When shrimp is overcooked, it will get tough and rubbery.

How do I reheat this recipe?

Place the tilapia and shrimp with the sauce in a shallow baking dish and cover it with foil. Bake at 300 degrees for about 15 minutes.