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Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Aside from salt and pepper, you only need 3 ingredients for these easy bacon wrapped scallops. The perfect date night dinner recipe!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 262 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound jumbo sea scallops (about 16)
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 to 10 slices regular (not thick cut) bacon you need 1 slice per 2 scallops
  • Chopped fresh chives or parsley for serving

Instructions

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  1. Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat to 425°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and set an ovensafe rack on top.
  2. If the scallops have the side muscle attached, trim it away and discard it. Pat the scallops dry, then place in a bowl. Toss gently with the salt and pepper.
  3. Slice each piece of bacon lengthwise so that you have two long, thin strips. Place on the baking sheet and bake on the center rack for 4 minutes. They should be a little under halfway cooked and still pliable.
  4. When cool enough to handle, wrap a strip of bacon around the sides of each scallop, securing with a toothpick. Return the scallops to the rack atop the baking sheet.
  5. Place the pan back into the oven and bake until the scallops are cooked through (they should register at least 125°F on an instant read thermometer—don't let them go beyond 140°F or you risk them being rubbery) and the edges of the bacon are starting to lightly brown, about 5 to 7 minutes (the nature is the bacon won't get extra crispy unless the scallops get overcooked; you can choose your own priorities!).
  6. Transfer to a serving platter, and sprinkle with chives. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • TO STORE: This is a recipe that’s best eaten right away, but if you do have leftovers, you can refrigerate them in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • TO REHEAT: Warm bacon wrapped scallops in a skillet on the stovetop over medium heat.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1(of 4) Calories 262kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 56mg (19%) Potassium 320mg (9%) Fiber 0.01g (0%) Vitamin A 20IU (0%) Calcium 9mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 262

% Daily Value*

Serving 1(of 4)
Calories 262kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Potassium 320mg 7%
Fiber 0.01g 0%
Vitamin A 20IU 0%
Calcium 9mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.