Garlic Butter Baked Scallops

A quick and delicious seafood dish that highlights the natural sweetness of scallops with rich flavors of garlic, butter, and lemon.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Course Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine Seafood

Servings 2 servings

Calories 250 kcal

1 lb sea scallops, cleaned and patted dry Fresh scallops are recommended for the best flavor.
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted Use unsalted butter for better control of seasoning.
3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic will provide the best flavor.
2 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed lemon juice is preferred.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
Place the scallops in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter mixture over them.

Bake the scallops for about 10-12 minutes or until they are opaque and cooked through.
Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.

Make sure to pat the scallops dry to help them brown nicely in the oven. Keep an eye on them while baking to prevent overcooking.

Keyword Baked Scallops, Easy Seafood Recipe, Garlic butter, Garlic Butter Baked Scallops, Scallops Recipe