Skillet Tilapia With Creamy Lemon Sauce

Step 1

Set a skillet over medium heat; heat up oil and 1 tablespoon butter.

Step 2

Season fish with salt and pepper and add to skillet; cook for 3 minutes per side.

Step 3

Remove fish from skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Add 1 tablespoon butter to the same skillet and melt over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Stir in garlic and cook for 20 seconds.

Step 6

Slowly whisk in chicken broth and cook for 4 minutes, or until reduced by 1/

Step 7

Reduce heat to medium-low and add remaining butter.

Step 8

Slowly whisk in heavy cream.

Step 9

Add lemon juice and whisk until everything is well combined. Make sure to whisk continually so that the heavy cream doesn't curdle.

Step 10

Season with salt and pepper; taste the sauce and adjust accordingly.

Step 11

Remove from heat.

Step 12

Pour sauce over fish, or add fish back into the skillet; garnish with parsley, and serve.