How to bake blackened tilapia

First, pre-heat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, gather all of your ingredients.

Next, combine all of your seasonings together in a bowl.

Mix well.

Now, cover a large baking pan with aluminum foil in order to avoid messing up the pan. Spread (or brush) about 2 tablespoons of olive oil onto the aluminum foil covered pan.

Rinse and pat dry the tilapia fillets.

Spread (or brush) some additional olive oil onto both sides of the fillets in order to make them moist.

Now, sprinkle and rub in the seasoning mix onto both sides of the fillets. Optional: spray a light amount of cooking spray onto the topside of the fillets to ensure they won't dry out in the oven.

Place pan in the oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes. You may need to cook the fillets for a few minutes longer depending on the number of fillets you use and their thickness.

This is what they will look once they are done.

Serve with your choice of sides. Enjoy!