Description
These Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails are an indulgent but quick dinner option, perfect for special occasions or just when you’re craving something rich and delicious. Succulent lobster tails are seared, then baked in a buttery garlic sauce, finished with a luscious cream and Parmesan sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lobster tails
- 4 tbsp butter (divided)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Split lobster tails in half lengthwise.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place lobster tails cut-side down and sear for 2-3 minutes until the shells turn red.
- Flip the lobster, add 2 tbsp butter, and baste with melted butter. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- In a separate pan, melt the remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream to the garlic, bring to a simmer, and stir in Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.
- Drizzle garlic butter sauce over baked lobster tails, squeeze lemon juice on top, and garnish with parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- Pair with pasta or steamed vegetables for a full meal.
- Adjust garlic amount based on preference.
- Use large shrimp or scallops as a lobster substitute if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sear and Bake
- Cuisine: Seafood, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail with sauce
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails, lobster tails, seafood dinner, quick lobster recipe, garlic butter sauce