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Chipotle Orange Scallops
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Chipotle Orange Scallops

2 Tbsp butter, divided
Cooking spray
1 1/2 lbs large sea scallops
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp salt, divided
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 Tbsp finely chopped canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped orange sections

1. Melt 1 Tbsp butter in a large skillet coated withcooking spray
    over med-high heat. Sprinkle scallops with paprika and
    1/8 tsp salt. Add scallops to pan and cook 3 minutes on
    each side or until golden. Remove from pan and keep warm.

2. Add orange juice and chile to the pan, scraping pan to
    loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil and cook until
    reduced (about 1 minute). Add remaining butter and
    salt, stirring with a wisk until smooth. Serve scallops
    with the sauce and sprinkle chopped oranges over the top.
    Garnish with green onions.