PARMESAN FISH STICKS

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I wanted a healthier approach to fish sticks and developed a baked tilapia with a slightly peppery bite. My husband and sons love the crispy coating. -Candy Summerhill, Alexander, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 large eggs
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons garlic-herb seasoning blend
1 pound tilapia fillets
Cooking spray

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450°. In a shallow bowl, mix flour, salt and pepper. In another bowl, whisk eggs. In a third bowl, toss bread crumbs with cheese and seasoning blend., Cut fillets into 1-in.-wide strips. Dip fish in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in eggs, then in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere. , Place on a foil-lined baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Spritz tops with cooking spray until crumbs appear moistened. Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and fish just begins to flake easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 154mg cholesterol, Sodium 641mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges