Garlic Butter Baked Scallops
If you’re searching for a quick yet impressive dinner idea, look no further than Garlic Butter Baked Scallops. This delightful seafood dish combines tender scallops with rich garlic butter and a crunchy breadcrumb topping, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. The enticing aroma of garlic wafting through your kitchen will have everyone gathering around the table in anticipation. With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is both easy to prepare and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh scallops
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup dry white grape juice
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat dry.
- Arrange the scallops in a single layer in a baking dish.
- Mix melted butter, minced garlic, and dry white grape juice in a bowl.
- Pour the garlic butter mixture over the scallops.
- In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese and seasonings.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the scallops evenly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until scallops are opaque and topping is golden brown.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 scallops (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg