Baked Scallops
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Baked Scallops

Baked scallops in a buttery sauce, topped with bread crumbs and seasoned with garlic, paprika, parsley and Parmesan make a terrific seafood main dish.

Ingredients

  • butter

    melted

    4 tbsp
  • bay scallops

    rinsed and drained

    1 ½ lb
  • seasoned dry bread crumbs
    ½ c
  • grated parmesan cheese
    ¼ c
  • garlic

    minced

    3 cloves
  • onion powder
    1 tsp
  • garlic powder
    1 tsp
  • paprika
    ½ tsp
  • dried parsley
    ½ tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Pour melted butter into a 2-quart oval casserole dish; add scallops and spread to form an even layer.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and parsley together in a small bowl: sprinkle over the scallops.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Bake scallops in the preheated oven until firm, about 20 minutes.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Serve and enjoy!

    Step 5
Baked Scallops
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Baked Scallops

363 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a sophisticated yet remarkably simple seafood dinner? These tender baked scallops, bathed in a rich buttery sauce and crowned with crispy, seasoned bread crumbs, offer an elegant main dish without the fuss. This recipe brings restaurant-quality flavors right to your table, perfect for a special occasion or a comforting weeknight treat.

This recipe truly shines by combining succulent bay scallops with a vibrant blend of garlic, paprika, and Parmesan cheese. The secret lies in a generous blanket of seasoned bread crumbs, which bakes to a golden-brown crisp, providing a delightful textural contrast to the delicate scallops. The rich, melted butter ensures the scallops remain incredibly moist and flavorful throughout the baking process.

What you can expect is a dish where each forkful delivers sweet, naturally tender scallops that practically melt in your mouth. They're enveloped in a savory, aromatic butter sauce, elevated by the robust notes of minced garlic, onion powder, and a touch of paprika. The crunchy topping, infused with dried parsley and grated Parmesan, adds a satisfying textural counterpoint, making every bite a delightful experience. This comforting seafood main provides 363 calories per serving, offering a truly satisfying meal.

Customization & Serving Ideas

While bay scallops are the star here, you could experiment with larger sea scallops if preferred, keeping in mind that their size might require slight adjustments to cooking time. For the seasoned bread crumbs, feel free to enhance the flavor further with a pinch of dried oregano or thyme if you enjoy those herbs. If you don't have Parmesan cheese on hand, another hard grating cheese like Pecorino Romano or Asiago would also work beautifully, offering a similar salty, umami depth.

Serve these irresistible baked scallops as a show-stopping main course for a dinner party or a comforting family meal. They pair wonderfully with a light green salad, steamed asparagus, or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the delicious buttery sauce.

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