### Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce 

Ingredients:
- 1 pound fresh scallops
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

Step 1: Prepare Scallops
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 2: Sear Scallops
Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Add scallops and sear until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 3: Make Lemon Butter Cream Sauce
In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, lemon zest, and juice. Simmer until the sauce thickens.

Step 4: Combine Scallops and Sauce
Return the scallops to the skillet. Coat them with the sauce and cook for an additional minute.

Step 5: Serve
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve the seared scallops with lemon butter cream sauce hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 4