Garlic Butter Baked Scallops – Easy Restaurant-Style Favorite
A restaurant-style scallop dish baked with rich garlic butter, crisp breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese — ready in under 15 minutes for a luxurious yet simple seafood dinner.
Equipment
- Small baking dish or shallow casserole dish
- Small mixing bowls
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Sharp knife and cutting board
- whisk or fork
- Paper towels for drying scallops
Ingredients
- 1 lb large scallops, patted dry
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the scallops very dry with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the scallops in a single layer in a small baking dish and pour garlic butter over them.
- In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and chopped parsley until evenly combined.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the scallops.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until scallops are opaque and topping is golden and crisp.
- Let rest for a minute or two. Serve hot with lemon wedges.
Notes
Pat scallops very dry before baking for best texture. Use real butter and fresh garlic for richer flavor. Swap breadcrumbs with panko for extra crunch, or omit entirely for a low-carb version.