Description
These garlic butter baked scallops are tender, buttery, and topped with a golden breadcrumb-Parmesan crust. A quick and elegant seafood dish perfect for special dinners or weeknight indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sea scallops (cleaned and patted dry)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Mix melted butter with minced garlic in a small bowl.
- In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Arrange scallops in the baking dish. Drizzle with garlic butter, then top evenly with breadcrumb mixture.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until scallops are opaque and topping is golden brown.
- Serve immediately with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Notes
- Add fresh parsley or thyme to breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
- Mix in red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Swap half the breadcrumbs for panko for a crunchier topping.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored and gently reheated.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make it gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
