Garlic Butter Scallops Made Easy in 25 Minutes
A rich and creamy garlic butter scallop dish that delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 25 minutes. Perfectly seared scallops in a velvety garlic cream sauce make for an indulgent yet easy seafood dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large sea scallops, patted dry
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for mild heat
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear scallops for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and caramelized.
- Remove scallops and reduce heat. Add butter and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let it simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Add lemon juice, chopped parsley, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
- Return scallops to the pan and spoon sauce over them. Let them warm through for 1–2 minutes.
- Plate scallops in a bowl, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with parsley. Serve with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Make sure scallops are thoroughly patted dry before searing for the best caramelization.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when searing scallops to ensure even cooking.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg