Garlic Butter Lobster & Scallops Succulent seared scallops and a tender lobster tail, all drizzled with rich garlic herb butter and finished with fresh lemon—pure seafood indulgence! Ingredients 1 lobster tail, split 10 sea scallops, patted dry 2 tbsp butter (plus more for serving) 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp olive oil Salt & black pepper, to taste 1 tbsp lemon juice Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish Lemon slices, for serving Directions 1⃣ Prep: Season scallops and lobster tail with salt and pepper. Preheat skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. 2⃣ Sear Scallops: Add scallops and sear 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside. 3⃣ Cook Lobster: In the same pan, add lobster tail flesh-side down and sear 3–4 minutes until lightly charred. Flip and continue cooking until opaque. 4⃣ Make Garlic Butter: Lower heat. Add butter and garlic to the pan. Cook for 1 minute. Add lemon juice. Spoon over seafood. 5⃣ Serve: Plate lobster and scallops. Drizzle with garlic butter and garnish with parsley and lemon slices. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Servings: 2 Calories: ~380 kcal per serving #SeafoodLovers #GarlicButter #LobsterDinner #Scallops #FineDiningAtHome #ElegantEats #QuickGourmet #SurfAndTurf #LowCarbLuxury #DinnerGoals

Shrimp and Sweet Potato Mash Garlic Butter Shrimp over Creamy Sweet Potato Mash Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and pepper to taste 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup milk (or coconut milk for dairy-free option) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Lemon wedges, for serving Directions: Boil the sweet potatoes in a pot of salted water until fork-tender, about 12–15 minutes. Drain and return to the pot. Add butter and milk to the sweet potatoes. Mash until creamy and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. While the potatoes cook, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add shrimp to the skillet and season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Serve the shrimp over the mashed sweet potatoes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #shrimpdinner #sweetpotatorecipe #quickmeals #seafoodrecipes #comfortfood #glutenfreedinner #healthyeats #creamyandlight #homecookedmeals #garlicbuttershrimp #easyfamilydinner #shrimplovers #pescatarianmeals #oneplatewonder #30minutemeal #balancedbites #freshingredients #warmbowls #weeknightdinner #naturallysweet Garlic butter shrimp on a bed of creamy sweet potato mash — the kind of meal that feels fancy but comes together in 30 minutes!

Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Crispy Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken with Pan Sauce Ingredients: 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 5 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon dried thyme Juice of 1/2 lemon Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish) Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5–6 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook 2–3 more minutes. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and let it melt, then stir in garlic, paprika, onion powder, and thyme. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Return chicken thighs to the skillet, spoon some sauce over them, and transfer to the oven. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from oven, drizzle lemon juice over the top, garnish with parsley, and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 410 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #cajunchicken #garlicbuttersauce #easychickenrecipe #crispythighs #southerncooking #onepansupper #weeknightdinner #boldflavors #ovenbakedchicken #spicysauce #comfortmeal #garliclovers #chickendinner #savorygoodness #easyrecipes #dinnerideas #herbedbutter #panseared #homecooked #flavorpacked Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs just hit different—crispy skin, juicy inside, and buttery spice in every bite! You’ve got to try this flavor bomb!

Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach Ingredients: - 2 salmon fillets - 4 tablespoons butter - 4 cloves garlic, minced - 5 cups fresh spinach - Salt and pepper to taste - Juice of 1 lemon - Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish Preparation Steps: 1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a pan over medium heat. 2. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. 3. Place the salmon fillets in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. 4. Remove the salmon and set aside. 5. In the same pan, add the remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. 6. Add the fresh spinach to the pan and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. 7. Squeeze lemon juice over the spinach and stir well. 8. Return the salmon to the pan, coating with the garlic butter sauce. 9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 25 mins Calories: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 2 servings Suggested Pairings: Serve with quinoa or a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal. #garlicbuttersalmon #healthymeals #easyrecipes

Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce Bright & Buttery Garlic Lemon Sauce for Seafood, Pasta, and Veggies Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 tsp lemon zest 1 tbsp olive oil 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and black pepper to taste 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish) Directions: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the olive oil and butter. Let the butter melt completely, stirring occasionally. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and just lightly golden. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and crushed red pepper flakes. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes to let the flavors meld. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley if using. Serve warm over seafood, grilled chicken, vegetables, or pasta. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 6 minutes | Total Time: 11 minutes Kcal: 95 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: Approx. 6 servings #lemonbuttersauce #garliclemonbutter #saucerecipe #seafoodsauce #butteryglaze #easyhomemadesauce #herbsandcitrus #garlicbuttermagic #quickflavor #brightandbold #butterygarlicsauce #saucetopping #lemonlovers #homecookingmadeeasy #saucethelife #seafooddinner #zestygarlicbutter #saucymagic #pastaenhancer #cookingwithflavor This Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce is sunshine in a pan! Ready in 10 minutes, it's bright, buttery, and bold—perfect for seafood, veggies, or your favorite pasta.