Creamy Lemon Parmesan Scallops
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
7 mins
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Total Time
12 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
244 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, American, Caribbean
Creamy Lemon Parmesan Scallops
Description
This recipe starts with scallops seared in hot olive oil until golden brown on both sides, creating a flavorful crust while keeping the interior tender. The pan is cleared and combined with a sauce blending heavy cream, chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and Parmesan, which is thickened gently with cornstarch dissolved in water and simmered until luscious.
The scallops are returned to the sauce briefly to warm through and absorb its flavors. The creamy sauce balances richness with citrus brightness and umami from the cheese. Garnishing with fresh parsley and herbs adds a hint of herbal aroma and color contrast.
This dish pairs well with light sides or can be served as a seafood entrée, offering a refined but approachable seafood preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound scallops
- salt
- black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- lemon juice of half
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 Tablespoon water
Instructions
- In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil and let heat until it starts to smoke. Sear scallops for 3- 3 1/2 minutes on each side until they are golden brown on each side. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, lemon and parmesan cheese. In a small bowl whisk the cornstarch and water and whisk into the sauce. Bring to a simmer and let thicken.
- Add the scallops back to the sauce and let simmer for another minute. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and fresh herbs.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 244 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 244kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 481mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 200mg | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 648IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 129mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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