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Creamy Lemon Garlic Scallops

You'll find your new favorite seafood recipe with these Creamy Lemon Garlic Scallops! Simplicity is key with a small list of ingredients. Plenty of fresh lemon, garlic, and a gorgeous white wine cream sauce; there's no better way to enjoy scallops.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Keyword: 30 minutes or less, cream, creamy, easy dinner, lemon, scallops, seafood, white wine
Servings: 4
Calories: 361kcal
Author: Nicole Beaulieu

Ingredients

  • 1 lb scallops
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp pepper or to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp butter unsalted
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/3 cup white wine such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • parsley optional, freshly chopped, for garnish
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Instructions

  • Season the scallops with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and butter to the skillet. Once the butter has melted and begins to bubble, add the scallops.
  • Sear the scallops for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the scallops and set them aside on a plate.
  • Add the butter to the skillet and good for 20-30 seconds, or just until it begins to brown. Pour the wine into the skillet and stir, scraping up any bits off the bottom. Let it bubble for another 30 seconds.
  • Pour the cream and lemon juice into the skillet. Bring the sauce to a bubble, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Let the sauce simmer, stirring often, until it has reduced and thickened slightly. About 5 minutes.
  • Add the scallops back to the skillet, along with any juices that have collected on the plate. Turn off the heat and toss the scallops in the sauce to warm them through. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

This recipe moves quickly. I suggest prepping the ingredients and having them ready to go by the stovetop.
Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary depending on the ingredients you use.
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Nutrition

Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 829mg | Potassium: 302mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 924IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg