Perfectly cooked, melt-in-your-mouth Air Fryer Scallops with an irresistible crunchy crust! Whether you’re following a healthy eating plan or just looking for a tasty dinner option, these delicious scallops are sure to please.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound sea scallops
- Kosher salt, fresh black pepper, garlic powder and paprika for seasoning the scallops
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Lemon wedges for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Remove the foot (if present) by gently pulling the flap away from the scallops. Rinse the scallops with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400, if needed.
- Season both sides of the scallops with a light sprinkle of the salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika. Place the scallops into an air fryer basket that’s been sprayed with cooking spray. Brush lightly with the melted butter and cook for 2 minutes.
- Flip the scallops over and top with the panko breadcrumbs. Drizzle with more melted butter and cook for 3 minutes until the scallops are opaque, slightly firm but still tender. If your scallops are on the smaller side they’ll only require 2 minutes on the second side.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Recipe Notes
Store: Store leftover scallops in an air tight container for no longer than 3 days.
Reheat: Reheat scallops back in the air fryer or in the microwave until just warmed through. If opting for the microwave, cut the scallops in half and just warm them for about 15 seconds so that they don’t get tough.
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
