Elevate your dinner with these Broiled Lobster Tails in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce—a luxurious, restaurant-worthy dish that’s surprisingly easy to make at home. Tender lobster meat is broiled to perfection and drenched in a rich, velvety sauce made with garlic, butter, cream, and lemon. Perfect for special occasions or an indulgent date night, this elegant entrée is bursting with flavor in every bite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

High-End Flavor with Minimal Effort
Perfect for Special Occasions
Rich in Protein and Omega-3s
Ready in Just 20 Minutes
Naturally Low-Carb and Gluten-Free

Ingredients Breakdown:

4 lobster tails – The star of the dish, offering sweet, tender meat perfect for absorbing the rich garlic butter sauce.
1/2 cup unsalted butter – Forms the luscious base of the sauce, delivering richness and depth.
4 cloves garlic, minced – Infuses the butter with bold, aromatic flavor.
1 tablespoon lemon juice – Adds a bright, citrusy note to balance the richness of the sauce.
1/4 cup heavy cream – Creates a smooth, velvety texture that enhances the luxurious feel of the dish.
1/2 teaspoon paprika – Brings a subtle warmth and light color to the sauce.
Salt and black pepper, to taste – Essential seasonings that heighten all the other flavors.
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) – Adds a fresh, vibrant finish to the presentation.
Lemon wedges, for serving – Provide an extra burst of brightness when squeezed over the finished dish.

Tips and Tricks

Don’t Overcook: Lobster cooks quickly; remove from broiler as soon as it turns opaque and firms up.
Use a Meat Thermometer: Ideal internal temp for lobster is 135°F to 140°F.
Butterflied Presentation: Pulling the meat over the shell makes for a beautiful restaurant-style look.

Variations and Customizations

Add Parmesan: Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the tails before broiling for extra richness.
Spice It Up: Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Swap the Protein: Use shrimp or scallops for a similar flavor profile.

Pairing Suggestions

Side Dishes: Serve with garlic mashed potatoes, roasted asparagus, or a fresh Caesar salad.
Drinks: Pair with a buttery Chardonnay, dry Prosecco, or a crisp Sauvignon Blanc.
Dessert: Follow with crème brûlée or chocolate lava cake for a complete fine-dining experience.

Storage Instructions

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheat Gently: Warm in the oven at 300°F or on the stovetop with a bit of butter to prevent drying out.
Freezing Not Recommended: The texture of lobster tails and cream sauce may suffer when frozen and reheated.

Broiled Lobster Tails with Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce

Author: easysweetmeal
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

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Description

Broiled Lobster Tails in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce – Succulent lobster tails broiled to perfection and smothered in a luscious garlic-butter cream sauce with a hint of lemon. An effortless yet decadent dish that feels straight from a fine-dining restaurant. Perfect for date nights or special occasions

Ingredients

4 lobster tails
1/2 cup unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare the Lobster Tails

Using kitchen scissors, cut along the top shell lengthwise from the open end toward the tail.
Gently lift the lobster meat through the cut, laying it over the shell for an attractive presentation.
Place the prepared lobster tails on a foil-lined baking sheet.

2. Make the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the lemon juice, heavy cream, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce is slightly thickened.

3. Brush and Broil

Preheat your oven’s broiler on high.
Generously spoon or brush the garlic butter sauce over each lobster tail.
Reserve about 1/4 of the sauce for serving.

4. Broil the Lobster Tails

Broil about 5–6 inches from the heat source for 7–9 minutes.
Baste the lobster with additional sauce once during cooking.
The lobster is done when the meat is opaque and lightly browned on top.

5. Garnish and Serve

Transfer the broiled lobster tails to serving plates.
Drizzle with reserved sauce and garnish with chopped parsley.
Serve with lemon wedges for a bright, zesty finish.

Notes

Choose lobster tails that are similar in size for even cooking.
This recipe is perfect for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, anniversary dinners, or when you want to treat yourself.
For an elevated twist, drizzle a touch of truffle oil over the finished dish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Broiling
Cuisine: American