Crumb-Topped Scallops Recipe

Crumb-Topped Scallops Recipe

  • 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
  • 1 pound sea scallops
  • 6 fresh mushrooms, quartered
  • 1 tablespoon white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • lemon wedges (optional)
  1. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, butter and parsley; set aside.
  2. Place scallops and mushrooms in a 9-in. microwave-safe pie plate.
  3. Combine wine or broth, lemon juice and seasonings; pour over scallop mixture.
  4. Cover and microwave at 50 percent power for 2 minutes; drain. Sprinkle with crumb mixture. Cover and microwave at 50 percent power 4-1/2 minutes longer or until scallops are opaque, stirring once. Serve with lemon if desired.