4 servings

Pan Seared Scallops with Orzo Piccata

Name: Pan Seared Scallops with Orzo Piccata
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.25 lbs sea scallops; 2 Tbsp olive oil; 1 kosher salt; 3 Tbsp butter; 1.5 cups onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1 cup orzo pasta; 0.33 cup dry white wine; 2.5 cups chicken broth; 0.5 tsp kosher salt; 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 tsp lemon zest; 0.25 cup capers; 1 fresh parsley

Prep 10 min

Cook 30 min

4 servings

428 kcal

4 servings

Source: thebeachhousekitchen.com

Succulent Pan Seared Scallops with Orzo Piccata is an easy weeknight dinner that's fancy enough for weekend company!

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sea scallops(about 16)1.25 lbs
olive oil2 Tbsp
kosher salt(and freshly ground black pepper to taste)1
butter3 Tbsp
onion(chopped)1.5 cups
garlic(minced)2 cloves
orzo pasta1 cup
dry white wine0.33 cup
chicken broth2.5 cups
kosher salt0.5 tsp
freshly ground black pepper0.5 tsp
freshly squeezed lemon juice1 Tbsp
lemon zest1 tsp
capers0.25 cup
fresh parsley(for garnish, if desired)1