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Incredibly Easy Panko and Parmesan Topped Baked Sea Scallops

Tender sea scallops topped with a golden, crunchymixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley, baked to perfectionand served with a hint of lemon for a deliciously easy seafood dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, Seafood
Servings 4
Calories 352 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16-20 sea scallops
  • ¼ tsp each salt & pepper to taste
  • ¼ tsp paprika
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese grated (reserve some for sprinkling over scallops)
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter optional, melted for coating the bottom of the dish before adding and topping scallops
  • ⅛ tsp chipotle chili powder optional, for a spicy kick
  • Fresh lemon zest optional, for added freshness

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • If desired, coat the bottom of your baking dish with 2 tablespoons of melted butter for extra richness.

Prepare the Scallops:

  • Pat the sea scallops dry with paper towels and season them with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides.
  • Arrange the scallops in a single layer in a greased baking dish.
  • Make the Panko-Parmesan Topping:
  • In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, melted butter, and olive oil. If you’re using the optional chipotle chili powder or lemon zest, mix them in at this stage.
  • Stir the mixture until well combined and evenly coated with the butter and oil.

Top the Scallops:

  • Spoon the panko-Parmesan mixture over the scallops, making sure to cover them evenly.
  • Lightly press the topping down to help it adhere to the scallops.

Bake the Scallops:

  • Put the baking dish into the preheated oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, or until the scallops are thoroughly cooked and the topping is golden and crunchy.
  • If desired, you can broil the scallops for an additional 1-2 minutes to achieve a more browned, crunchy top.

Serve:

  • Remove the scallops from the oven and sprinkle with reserved Parmesan cheese and additional fresh parsley.
  • Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon for a zesty finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcal
Keyword Panko baked scallops
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