Dinner

Easy Pan-Fried Cod with Butter

Ingredients 4 cod fillets, about 6 ounces each 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon paprika 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 2 garlic cloves, finely minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley Execution 1 Prepare the Cod: Pat the cod fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season both sides with the kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika, then lightly dust each fillet with the flour, shaking off any excess. 2 Heat the Skillet: Place a large … Read more

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One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetables

Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 small red onion, cut into wedges 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup crumbled … Read more

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Pan-Seared Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 4 garlic cloves, finely minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley Execution 1 Dry and Season the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season evenly with the kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika so the shrimp are well coated before cooking. 2 Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive … Read more

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One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken

Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 5 garlic cloves, finely minced 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley Execution 1 Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with the kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika. 2 Sear the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon … Read more

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Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

Ingredients 4 lobster tails, about 5–6 ounces each 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 3 garlic cloves, finely minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Lemon wedges, for serving Execution 1 Prepare the Lobster Tails: Preheat the broiler to high and position an oven rack about 6 inches below the heating element. Using kitchen shears, cut lengthwise through the top of each lobster shell, stopping just before the tail fin. 2 Expose the Lobster Meat: Carefully spread … Read more

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Pan-Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter

Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds large sea scallops, side muscles removed 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 3 garlic cloves, finely minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley Execution 1 Dry and Season the Scallops: Pat the scallops thoroughly dry on all sides with paper towels. Removing as much surface moisture as possible helps them develop a deep golden crust instead of steaming. Season both sides evenly with the kosher salt and black pepper. 2 Heat the … Read more

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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta – Easy 30-Minute Dinner

Ingredients 12 ounces linguine or fettuccine 1 tablespoon salt, for the pasta water 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon paprika 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 5 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup heavy cream 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/3 cup reserved pasta water, plus more as needed 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Execution 1 Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of water … Read more

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Crispy Fried Calamari at Home: Easy Restaurant-Style Recipe

Ingredients 1 pound cleaned calamari, bodies sliced into 1/2-inch rings and tentacles left whole 1 cup whole milk 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cornstarch 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 cups vegetable or canola oil, or enough for about 2 inches of oil in the pot 1 lemon, cut into wedges 1/2 cup marinara sauce, warmed Execution 1 Soak the Calamari: Place the cleaned calamari in a medium bowl. Add the milk, lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon salt, then stir gently to coat. Let the … Read more

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Tuna Steak with Garlic Butter

Ingredients 4 tuna steaks, about 6 ounces each and 1 inch thick 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 garlic cloves, finely minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley ½ teaspoon lemon zest Execution 1 Prepare the Tuna: Pat the tuna steaks thoroughly dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with olive oil, then season evenly with kosher salt and black pepper. Let the tuna sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes while you prepare the skillet. 2 Heat the Skillet: Place a … Read more

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Mediterranean Baked Sea Bass with Lemon

Ingredients 4 sea bass fillets, about 6 ounces each, skin removed 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 lemon, thinly sliced 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Execution 1 Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish with a small amount of the olive oil to prevent the fish from sticking. 2 Season the Sea Bass: Pat the sea bass fillets dry with paper towels. … Read more

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