Easy Air Fryer Scallops with Lemon Garlic Herb Butter

If you're looking for a quick and delicious seafood dish, look no further than these easy air fryer scallops with lemon garlic herb butter. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have perfectly cooked scallops that are bursting with flavor in no time.

Prep Time10

Cook Time8

Total Time18

Course: Appetizer, Dinner, lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: 30 minute meal, air fryer recipe, copycat, easy meals, Holiday recipe, restaurant recipe

Servings: Servings

Calories: 244kcal

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Kitchen Essentials

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Ingredients

1 Pound Scallops patted dry
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
Salt and pepper to taste
4 Tablespoons Butter softened
2 Cloves Garlic minced
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is best
1 Teaspoon Herbs fresh chopped (such as parsley, thyme, or dill)

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, toss the scallops with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well coated. Alternatively, you can use a light coating of cooking spray with salt and pepper if you prefer.
1 Pound Scallops, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Salt and pepper
Place the scallops in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not crowded. Cook in
Air fry the scallops for 4 minutes, then flip them over using tongs. Cook for an additional 4 minutes until they are opaque and lightly browned.
While the scallops are cooking, prepare the lemon garlic herb butter. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped fresh herbs. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
4 Tablespoons Butter, 2 Cloves Garlic, 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice, 1 Teaspoon Herbs
Once the scallops are cooked, remove them from the air fryer and let them rest for a minute.
Place the cooked scallops in a serving dish and top each scallop with a small dollop of the lemon garlic herb butter.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve the Easy Air Fryer Scallops with Lemon Garlic Herb Butter immediately as an appetizer or as a main dish alongside your favorite sides.

Notes

Recipe Tips for Success

Make sure to pat the scallops dry before cooking to ensure they develop a nice golden crust.

Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking. Cook the scallops in batches if necessary.

Feel free to customize the herb butter by using your favorite herbs or adding a pinch of your preferred spices for extra flavor.

Serve the scallops with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and garnish with additional chopped herbs for a vibrant presentation.

Enjoy your Easy Air Fryer Scallops with Lemon Garlic Herb Butter!

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