Best 8 Parmesan Scallops Recipes

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Parmesan scallops are a delectable dish that combines the rich flavor of Parmesan cheese with the tender, sweet taste of scallops. This classic dish is a favorite among seafood lovers and is often served as an appetizer or main course. The combination of Parmesan cheese and scallops creates a crispy, golden-brown crust that is both flavorful and visually appealing. Additionally, the use of herbs and spices adds an extra layer of complexity to the dish, making it an unforgettable culinary experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED GARLIC PARMESAN CRUSTED SCALLOPS



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An easy recipe for delicious grilled scallops that are the perfect companion for a grilled New York Strip steak.

Provided by Matt W.

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup fine Italian bread crumbs
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup olive oil
16 large sea scallops

Steps:

  • Mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic salt, and black pepper together in a bowl.
  • Pour olive oil into a shallow bowl.
  • Rinse scallops under cold water, then dip into the olive oil.
  • Press scallops into bread crumb mixture. Gently toss between your hands so any bread crumbs that haven't stuck can fall away. Place the breaded scallops onto a plate while breading the rest.
  • Place the scallops in the refrigerator to allow the breading to set, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Brush the scallops lightly with more olive oil.
  • Grill on the preheated grill until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 54.3 mg, Fat 34.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 690.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

PAN SEARED PARMESAN SCALLOPS



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Tender pan-seared scallops are simple to make and delightful to eat. These scallops only require five ingredients, and are best served with a side of your choosing (we love risotto, pasta, or grilled asparagus to name a few).

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 large sea scallops (about 1 1/2 lb)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
Coarse ground black pepper
Chopped fresh chives or parsley

Steps:

  • Pat scallops dry with paper towels. Place cheese ¡n shallow dish or resealable food-storage plastic bag. Coat scallops with cheese. Discard any remaining cheese.
  • Heat oil and butter in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook half of scallops at a time in oil 3 to 6 minutes, turning once, until golden brown on outside and white and opaque inside. Sprinkle with pepper and chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

PANKO PARMESAN RUB-CRUSTED SCALLOPS



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Categories     Bread     Bake     Broil     Parmesan     Scallop     Kosher

Yield makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 pounds large sea scallops (about 18)
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, melted
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon Cheater Basic Dry Rub (page 45)
Chopped fresh parsley
1 lemon, zested and cut into wedges

Steps:

  • HEAT the oven to 450°F. Lightly coat a large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • RINSE the scallops and pat dry. Place the scallops in a large bowl with 6 tablespoons of the melted butter. Gently toss to coat evenly.
  • COMBINE the panko, Parmesan, and dry rub in a shallow bowl and blend well.
  • ROLL each scallop in the breading and place on the baking sheet.
  • BAKE the scallops for 10 minutes. Remove them from the oven and heat the broiler.
  • SPRINKLE the tops lightly with any leftover breading and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
  • BROIL the scallops about 4 inches from the heat source for 3 to 5 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and crisp.
  • SPRINKLE with parsley and lemon zest and serve with the lemon wedges.

PARMESAN CRUSTED BROILED SCALLOPS



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Make and share this Parmesan Crusted Broiled Scallops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup finely crushed onion flavoured melba toast, about 9
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 lbs sea scallops
1 tablespoon butter, melted
lemon wedge

Steps:

  • Place the broiler pan on the second rack position to keep the scallops from burning.
  • Combine the first 4 ingredients and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a large ziploc plastic bag.
  • Brush scallops with butter.
  • Add scallops to bag, seal and shake to coat.
  • Place scallops on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray.
  • Broil 10 minutes or until done.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

PARMESAN SCALLOPS



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Fresh scallops breaded with crackers and Parmesan cheese are quick, easy, and mouth watering.

Provided by Sue

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup cracker crumbs
¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
½ pound fresh sea scallops
¼ cup light cream
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Combine the cracker crumbs and Parmesan cheese in a zip-top bag. Shake bag to mix well.
  • Place scallops in a small bowl and pour cream over. Stir to fully coat scallops.
  • One at a time, drop the cream coated scallops into the cracker crumb mixture. Gently press scallop into the crumbs to coat and shake off any excess. Place the breaded scallops onto a plate while breading the rest; do not stack.
  • Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When butter is hot and frothy, add the scallops, being careful not to crowd the pan. Cook scallops, covered, until crispy on the outside and just cooked through on the inside, about 2 minutes per side. Cook in 2 batches if necessary. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 109.8 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 499.8 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

SCALLOPS AND SPINACH WITH PARMESAN SAUCE



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Delicious! The spinach wilts as the sauce is drizzled over. The hot/cold mix makes a nice texture. Changed to our tastes from B H & G.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups spinach
4 small tomatoes (cut into chunks or wedges) or 4 small yellow tomatoes (cut into chunks or wedges)
1 lb large scallop
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
3/4 cup half-and-half or 3/4 cup light cream
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Divide spinach among four individual plates.
  • Arrange tomatoes on top of spinach, set aside.
  • Arrange scallops on the unheated rack of a broiler pan, set aside.
  • Melt butter or margarine in a small saucepan, stir in garlic and pepper.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Brush half of the butter mixture on scallops.
  • Broil scallops 4 inches from heat for 8 minutes or till opaque, turning once.
  • It desired, for easier turning, thread scallops on metal skewers before broiling.
  • Meanwhile, return saucepan to heat, whisk flour into remaining butter mixture.
  • Add half and half or light cream and cheese, cook and stir till thickened and bubbly.
  • Cook and stir for 1 minute more.
  • Arrange scallops on top of tomatoes and spinach on plates, drizzle with sauce.
  • Serve at once.

BROILED SCALLOPS WITH A PARMESAN CRUST RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Broiled Scallops with a Parmesan Crust Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by á-2825

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs. Sea Scallops
2 Tblsp. butter
2 Tblsp. olive oil
1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
2 Tblsp. parmesan cheese
1 tsp. parsley, finely chopped
1/4 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Pat sea scallops dry with a paper towel and place in a plastic bag that seals. 2. Melt butter in the microwave oven. 3. Add olive oil to the container with the melted butter and combine. 4. Pour butter mixture over scallops. Seal bag tightly and turn to coat scallops with butter. Set scallops aside. 5. Add the remaining ingredients to an empty plastic bag, seal and shake to combine breading mixture. 6. Lift scallops coated with butter into the breading bag. 7. Seal bag tightly and turn until scallops are coaed with breading. 8. Place scallops on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. 9. Broil scallops for 10 minutes with the rack near the top of the oven.

PARMESAN SCALLOPS WITH SPINACH ALFREDO



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Make and share this Parmesan Scallops With Spinach Alfredo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chris_tam

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 ounces of knorr's alfredo sauce mix
2 cups skim milk
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
10 ounces spinach
parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 lb scallops

Steps:

  • Prepare sauce mix according to package directions using the fat free milk. Coat Dutch oven with cooking spray. Place over medium high heat until hot.
  • Add mushrooms and saute for 5 minutes. Add spinach and saute until slightly wilted. Remove from heat and stir in Alfredo sauce.
  • Combine cheese and Italian seasoning in a bowl. Dredge scallops to pan cooking spray side down cook 3 minutes. Spray top side of scallops with cooking spray turn them over and cook 2 minutes. Top spinach mixture with scallops and serve.

Tips:

  • Use Fresh Scallops: Fresh scallops have a sweeter and more delicate flavor than frozen scallops. If using frozen scallops, thaw them properly before cooking.
  • Sear Scallops Properly: Sear scallops over high heat for a few minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Overcooking will make them tough.
  • Use High-Quality Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan cheese will give your dish the best flavor. Avoid using pre-grated Parmesan, as it often contains additives and fillers.
  • Add Herbs and Spices: Season your scallops with herbs and spices of your choice. Some popular options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  • Serve Immediately: Scallops are best served immediately after cooking. They can be served as an appetizer or main course.

Conclusion:

Parmesan scallops are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With so many different variations to choose from, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a seafood dish that is both elegant and delicious, give parmesan scallops a try!

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