Pan-Seared Gulfport Oysters with Lemon-Chive Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

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Fresh Gulfport oysters pan-seared and topped with a tangy, herbaceous lemon-chive butter for a simple coastal delight. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs fresh Gulfport oysters, shucked, unsalted butter, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 5 min Serves 2 American cuisine 150 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 fresh Gulfport oysters, shucked
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp unsalted butter until melted and foaming.
Step 2: Carefully place 12 fresh shucked Gulfport oysters in the skillet, spacing them evenly. Sear for 1-2 minutes until the edges start to curl and the bottoms get a light golden crust.
Step 3: Flip the oysters gently and cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute until just cooked through.
Step 4: Remove the oysters to a warm plate. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat.
Step 5: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives. Season the butter sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 6: Spoon the lemon-chive butter over the oysters immediately and serve.