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Air Fryer Crispy Breaded Scallops

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PREP TIME
10 min
COOKING TIME
5 min
TOTAL TIME
15 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Dinner Snack
Air Fryer Crispy Breaded Scallops
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup finely crushed buttery crackers (such as Ritz®)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 pound sea scallops, patted dry
  • cooking spray
Instructions
1
Collect all necessary ingredients beforehand.
2
Preheat the air fryer to its optimal temperature of 390 degrees F (198 degrees C).
3
Combine cracker crumbs, garlic powder, and seafood seasoning in a shallow dish to create a mixture. Place melted butter in another shallow dish.
4
Dip each scallop into the melted butter, followed by a coating of the breadcrumb mixture until it's fully enveloped. Place the coated scallop on a plate and repeat the process with the remaining scallops.
5
Spray the air fryer basket lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the scallops in the prepared basket, ensuring they are not touching each other; if necessary, work with multiple batches.
6
Cook the scallops in the preheated air fryer for 2 minutes. Use a small spatula to gently flip them over and cook until they're opaque, taking an additional 2 minutes.