🦞🔥 Broiled Lobster Tails in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce
Rich • Elegant • Restaurant-Quality • Ready in Minutes
Nothing says luxury like buttery, tender lobster, especially when it’s drenched in a velvety garlic cream sauce that tastes straight out of a top-tier seafood restaurant. These Broiled Lobster Tails in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce are surprisingly simple to make, incredibly flavorful, and perfect for holidays, date nights, or anytime you want to feel fancy without the fuss.
Broiling gives the lobster an irresistible golden top while keeping the meat juicy and delicate. Pair that with warm melted butter, fragrant garlic, and a splash of lemon — and you’ve got a dish that steals the spotlight every time.
🛒 Ingredients
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4 lobster tails (thawed if frozen)
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/2 tsp lemon juice
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Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
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2 tbsp chopped parsley
👩🍳 Directions (7 Steps Every Time)
1️⃣ Prepare the Lobster Tails
Using kitchen scissors, cut straight down the top of each lobster shell to the tail. Gently pull the meat upward, placing it on top of the shell for that classic “butterfly” presentation. Rinse lightly and pat the meat dry.
2️⃣ Preheat the Broiler
Set your oven to high broil and position the rack in the upper-middle area. This gives the lobster enough heat to brown beautifully without burning.
3️⃣ Make the Garlic Butter Base
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
4️⃣ Add the Cream & Lemon
Pour in the heavy cream and stir until the mixture is smooth. Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Simmer 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened—just enough to coat the lobster lightly.
5️⃣ Brush the Lobster Generously
Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet. Spoon or brush a thick layer of the creamy garlic butter sauce over each tail, letting it drip into the shells for extra flavor.
6️⃣ Broil to Perfection
Broil for 8–10 minutes, depending on the size of your tails. The meat should turn opaque and lightly golden on top. Halfway through, baste with more sauce to keep them juicy and flavorful.
7️⃣ Garnish & Serve
Remove from the oven and pour remaining sauce over the hot lobster. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and crack some extra black pepper on top. Serve immediately with lemon wedges, rice, mashed potatoes, or buttered pasta.