Description
These Garlic Butter Baked Scallops are the perfect combination of tender scallops, savory garlic butter, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. A quick and delicious seafood dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large scallops, patted dry
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). - Prepare the Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. - Assemble the Scallops:
Place the scallops in a single layer in a baking dish. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the scallops, ensuring they are well-coated. - Add the Topping:
In another small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the scallops. - Bake:
Bake the scallops in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown. - Serve:
Serve the baked scallops hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of extra Parmesan on top before baking.
- If you want a crunchier topping, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end of baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (based on 4 servings)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg