Baked Scallops

Elevate your seafood dining experience with this irresistible Baked Scallops recipe, a simple yet elegant dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Tender sea scallops are bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce, then topped with a golden, crunchy layer of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, these scallops emerge perfectly cooked—juicy and flavorful with a delightful crisp topping. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, this restaurant-quality dish is best served hot alongside crusty bread or a light salad. Whether you’re a seafood aficionado or new to cooking scallops, this recipe guarantees mouthwatering results every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb sea scallops
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.333 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or individual ramekins with olive oil.

Step 2

Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and arrange them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pour the melted butter and garlic mixture evenly over the scallops, ensuring each one is coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the scallops, forming an even, crispy topping.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and cooked through. The topping should be golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

For extra browning, you can broil the scallops for 1-2 minutes at the end of the baking time.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	604.1 grams (604.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1188

Total Fat 75.50g	97%
Saturated Fat 36.80g	184%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 340mg	113%
Sodium 4434mg	193%
Total Carbohydrate 30.30g	11%
Dietary Fiber 0.60g	2%
Total Sugars 0.90g
Protein 105.00g	210%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 394mg	30%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1598mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 34.4%

Carbs: 9.9%