Scallops in Garlic Cream Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this luxurious yet simple Scallops in Garlic Cream Sauce recipe! Perfectly seared sea scallops are gently simmered in a rich, velvety sauce made with garlic, dry white wine, heavy cream, and a touch of Parmesan cheese for irresistible flavor. The bright notes of fresh parsley and lemon juice balance the indulgent creaminess, creating a harmonious dish that's ready in just 25 minutes. Ideal for seafood lovers, this restaurant-quality recipe is perfect paired with crusty bread or tossed over pasta for a truly elegant dining experience at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound sea scallops
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 0.5 cup dry white wine
- 0.75 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Season both sides of the scallops with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallops in a single layer, ensuring they are not crowded. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and opaque in the center. Remove scallops from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the white wine to the skillet, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Return the scallops to the skillet, spooning the creamy garlic sauce over them. Cook for 1-2 minutes to heat the scallops through.
Remove from heat, stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice for brightness.
Serve immediately with crusty bread, rice, or pasta for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1589 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.0 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.7 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 468 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 4961 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 110.7 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 557 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1697 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
