Creamy Cajun Tilapia in a Boat #RSC Recipe

Name: Creamy Cajun Tilapia in a Boat #RSC
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tilapia fillets (fresh or frozen); 1 cup sweet corn (fresh is best); 2 red bell peppers; 2 zucchini; 1 cup shallot; 5 fresh garlic cloves; 1 bunch fresh cilantro; 1 cup heavy cream; ¼ cup white wine (not dry); ½ cup sweet unsalted butter; ¼ teaspoon sea salt; ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ¼ teaspoon white pepper; ¼ teaspoon ground paprika; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 loaf French bread; Reynolds Wrap Foil

Servings: persons

4 tilapia fillets (fresh or frozen)
1 cup sweet corn (fresh is best)
2 red bell peppers
2 zucchini
1 cup shallot
5 fresh garlic cloves
1 bunch fresh cilantro
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup white wine (not dry)
½ cup sweet unsalted butter
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon white pepper
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 loaf French bread
Reynolds Wrap Foil

1
Thaw Tilapia filets if they're frozen.
2
Mix dry ingredients in a small bowl.
3
Sprinkle both sides of the fish and cover with Reynolds wrap and place in the frig.
4
Allow to rest as you slice the corn off the cob, julian red bell peppers and zucchini, then chop the shallots and fresh garlic.
5
Melt the butter is a large sauce pan on medium heat.
6
Add the garlic and shallots, and cook until softened.
7
Next add the wine and stir.
8
Then add the cream and corn and stir well.
9
Simmer 10 minutes, then cover and remove from heat.
10
Allow to cool as your prepare your boats.
11
Tear off 4 nice size sheets of Reynolds Wrap Foil.
12
Remove the filets from the frig.
13
First place a filet on each piece of foil, then top the filet with zucchini and bell pepper.
14
Begin to form your boat so the creamy corn mixture won't run out.
15
Smother the filets and vegetables with the sauce and garnish with cilantro.
16
Save any leftover sauce for those who like extra sauce.
17
Fold the foil tightly in the shape of a swan if you like to impress your guest and so the steam and sauce won't escape.
18
Bake @425* for 15 minutes on a cookie sheet.
19
Remove from oven~Plate but do not open the boats.
20
Garnish plates with the leftover red bell peppers, zucchini and cilantro.
21
Now, open the boats!
22
Serve with French bread and white wine.
23
Bon Appe'tit!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tilapia fillets (fresh or frozen), 1 cup sweet corn (fresh is best), 2 red bell peppers, 2 zucchini, and more.

Yes, Creamy Cajun Tilapia in a Boat #RSC falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Cajun Tilapia in a Boat #RSC

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