Creamy Crab and Shrimp Casserole for Cozy Nights

This creamy crab and shrimp casserole is a comforting dish perfect for chilly nights with family, blending sweet crab and tender shrimp in a delightful sauce.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Seafood Mixture

1 pound Peeled and deveined shrimp
1 cup Crabmeat fresh or canned, well-drained
1 cup Diced celery
1 cup Diced onion
2 cloves Minced garlic

For the Sauce

4 tablespoons Butter for the roux
0.25 cup All-purpose flour to thicken the sauce
2 cups Milk whole milk recommended
0.5 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese sharp cheddar for flavor

For the Topping

1 cup Panko breadcrumbs

Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt to taste
1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
2 tablespoons Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

Oven
mixing bowl
Saucepan
Baking Dish
spatula

Method

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shrimp, crabmeat, celery, onion, and garlic. Set aside.
In a saucepan, melt the butter and whisk in flour until golden.
Gradually add milk and cook until thickened. Stir in mayonnaise, cheddar, salt, and pepper.
Mix the seafood mixture into the sauce thoroughly.
Transfer to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs over the top.
Bake for about 30 minutes, until bubbling and golden.
Let cool, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 32gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure seafood is properly drained to avoid a watery casserole.

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