This Quick Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce is a weeknight dinner win when you want something fast, comforting, and full of flavor.

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Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the tilapia and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until opaque and flaky. Transfer to a plate.
In the same skillet, add the roasted red peppers and garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Pour in the broth and let it simmer for 2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
Blend the sauce until smooth using an immersion blender, or carefully transfer to a countertop blender.
Return the sauce to the skillet. Stir in the cream, smoked paprika, oregano, and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Nestle the tilapia back into the sauce and spoon the sauce over the fillets. Cook for 2 more minutes to warm through.
Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

This recipe is mild, creamy, and ready in about 25 minutes. Swap tilapia with cod or haddock if needed. Add spinach or zucchini for a one-pan twist.

Keywords: tilapia, fish, roasted pepper sauce, easy dinner, quick meal