Garlic Butter Baked Scallops -

Garlic Butter Baked Scallops

📝 Ingredients :

1 lb sea scallops, cleaned & patted dry

4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

3 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1/2 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

🍽️ How to Make It :

1️⃣ Prep the Oven

Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a baking dish—this ensures even cooking and easy cleanup.

2️⃣ Prepare the Scallops

Pat scallops very dry and arrange in a single layer—this helps achieve a perfect tender texture.

3️⃣ Make the Garlic Butter Topping

In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper—creating a rich, flavorful topping.

4️⃣ Coat the Scallops

Spoon the mixture evenly over each scallop—cover generously for a crispy, golden finish.

5️⃣ Bake to Perfection

Bake 15–18 minutes until scallops are opaque and topping is golden brown.

6️⃣ Broil for Extra Crisp

Broil 1–2 minutes if desired—this adds a beautiful golden crust.

7️⃣ Finish & Serve

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot—these scallops are buttery, tender, and full of flavor.

Servings: 4

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 18 minutes