Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Scallops:
Place the scallops in a single layer in a baking dish.
Pour the garlic butter mixture over the scallops, ensuring they are well-coated.
Add the Topping:
In another small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.
Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the scallops.
Bake:
Bake the scallops in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
Serve:
Serve the baked scallops hot with lemon wedges on the side..
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