Unwrapped Bacon Scallops

Name: Unwrapped Bacon Scallops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice; 1-1/2 cups chicken broth; 1/2 pound thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 medium zucchini, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 pound sea scallops; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 green onions, chopped

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield 4 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

With a can’t-beat combo of scallops and bacon, this entree transforms special occasion food into tasty, everyday fare. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 pound thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pound sea scallops
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 green onions, chopped

Directions

In an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine rice and broth. Cover and microwave on high for 7-8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings.
Saute the onion, zucchini and garlic in drippings until tender. Add scallops; saute for 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes, seafood seasoning and thyme; saute 1-2 minutes longer or until scallops are firm and opaque. Fluff rice with a fork; serve with scallop mixture. Sprinkle with green onions and bacon.

Nutrition Facts

1-3/4 cups: 597 calories, 35g fat (13g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 1061mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein.

With a can’t-beat combo of scallops and bacon, this entree transforms special occasion food into tasty, everyday fare. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen

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