Best 5 Amazing Crab Stuffed Pasta Shells Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our tantalizing crab-stuffed pasta shells, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender jumbo pasta shells generously filled with a luscious crab mixture, a harmonious blend of succulent crab meat, creamy ricotta, tangy cream cheese, aromatic herbs, and a hint of spice. Bathed in a velvety tomato sauce enriched with white wine, garlic, and a touch of chili flakes, these pasta shells are then baked to perfection, resulting in a golden-brown crust and a heart-stoppingly delicious filling. Alongside this main course, discover a collection of equally enticing recipes: a refreshing cucumber salad with a zesty dressing, a creamy and flavorful avocado sauce perfect for drizzling over your pasta, and a selection of delectable side dishes to complement your meal. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY SEAFOOD-STUFFED SHELLS



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Inspired by my love of lasagna, pasta shells and seafood, I created this recipe that's easy to make but special enough to serve company. I serve it with garlic bread and a salad. -Katie P. Sloan, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

24 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 tablespoon finely chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon chopped red onion
1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup butter, divided
2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1 package (5 ounces) frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons plus 4 cups 2% milk, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute green pepper and onion in 1 teaspoon butter until tender; set aside., In a large bowl, combine crab, shrimp, egg, mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, pepper and green pepper mixture., Preheat oven to 350°. Drain and rinse pasta; stuff each shell with 1 rounded tablespoon of seafood mixture. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , In a small saucepan, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and coarsely ground pepper; gradually whisk in remaining milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese., Pour over stuffed shells. Sprinkle with remaining seafood seasoning. Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 710mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CREAMY SEAFOOD STUFFED SHELLS



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These Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells are the perfect pasta dish for your weeknight dinner or meal prep. This meal is loaded with crab meat, shrimp, lobster, and drizzled with a decadent cream sauce and gooey cheese.

Provided by Brandi Crawford

Categories     dinner     lunch

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 1/2 tablespoons butter (Divided in 1 tablespoon and 1/2 tablespoon.)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (Any milk will work.)
1/4 cup dry white wine (I use Pinot Grigio. Wine will provide immense flavor. You can substitute with any broth.)
3 garlic cloves (Minced)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan Reggiano Cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning (You can start with 1/4 teaspoon and taste repeatedly. Adjust to taste.)
salt and pepper to taste
20 jumbo pasta shells (A 12oz package will have more than enough shells.)
8 oz raw shrimp (Peeled and deveined. Chopped into 1/2-1 inch chunks.)
8 oz lobster meat
8 oz cream cheese
8 oz lump crab meat
2 cups finely chopped fresh spinach (You can also use frozen. Be sure to thaw and drain it first.)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (Divided into 1/2 cup portions.)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan Reggiano Cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning (Substitute your favorite seafood seasoning if preferred. )
salt and pepper to taste
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Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 stuffed shells, Calories 538 kcal, Fat 31 g, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 39 g

AMAZING CRAB PASTA SHELLS



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Oh Baby! I love large pasta shells with filling. They are so neat and fun to prepare and eat. I have made cheese fillings in them such as lasgna filling, meat fillings with beef covered by a sauce, however, these will be filled with shrimp and imitation crab meat or you can use the real thing, up to you! "Pasta shells take a...

Provided by Susan Cutler

Categories     Seafood

Time 2h40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

36 jumbo pasta shells
2 oz neufchatel cheese
1 lb imitation crabmeat
6 oz cooked tiny shrimp
1 onion, minced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/3 c mayonnaise
2 Tbsp white sugar
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil, and add pasta shells; boil until al dente. Drain well.
  • 2. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, crab, shrimp, onion, celery, mayonnaise, sugar, salt, pepper and lemon juice; mix well.
  • 3. 3. Stuff cream cheese mixture into the jumbo pasta shells. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • 4. EXPLANATION AND TIP FROM TASTE OF HOME; Neufchatel cheese is a soft unripened cheese that originates in France. The American version, which is similar to cream cheese, is made from pasteurized milk and cream. American Neufchatel is slightly lower in calories than cream cheese and has slightly more moisture. Regular cream cheese can be substituted for Neufchatel cheese, especially in recipes for dips and spreads, with good results. You may notice a slightly different texture in cooked products.

CRAB STUFFED SHELLS



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This is a great recipe for seafood lovers. If two cups of crab meat is over your budget you can use 1 c. of crab and 1 cup of shredded sealegs... but why not splurge!! =)

Provided by Aroostook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) package jumbo pasta shells
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 (15 ounce) can plum tomatoes, in juice,chopped
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
2 cups cooked crabmeat
2 cups ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon chopped parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375ºF.
  • Cook pasta shells according to the package directions.
  • Drain and rinse with cool water.
  • Sauce: In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, red pepper, and oregano and lower heat to medium-low.
  • Cover the pan and simmer the mixture 15 min.
  • Stir in the salt.
  • Combine crab, ricotta cheese, egg, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, parsley, and black pepper.
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  • Stuff each pasta shell with some of the ricotta mixture.
  • Lay the stuffed shells in a baking dish Add tomato sauce.
  • Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
  • Bake 20 min or so until sauce is bubbly.

SEAFOOD-STUFFED PASTA SHELLS



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Add Italian taste to your family's dinner. Enjoy pasta shells stuffed with crabmeat and shrimps that are ready in about an hour.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

18 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 tablespoon margarine or butter
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1/2 pound asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 cups frozen cooked large salad shrimp, thawed
2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained (1 3/4 cups)
1 jar (17 ounces) Alfredo pasta sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Spray rectangular baking dish, 13x9x2 inches, with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package.
  • While shells are cooking, melt margarine in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook onion and bell pepper in margarine 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender. Stir in asparagus. Cover and cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender; remove from heat. Stir in shrimp, crabmeat, 1/2 cup of the pasta sauce and half of the basil.
  • Spread about 1/4 cup of the remaining sauce over bottom of baking dish. Fill each cooked pasta shell with about 2 tablespoons of the seafood mixture. Arrange in dish. Spoon remaining sauce over shells. Sprinkle each filled shell with Parmesan cheese and remaining basil. Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 190 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg

Tips:

  • Use a large pot to cook the pasta shells so that they have plenty of room to move around and cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the pasta shells. They should be cooked al dente, which means they should be tender but still have a slight bite to them.
  • Use a variety of fillings for your stuffed pasta shells. Some popular options include ricotta cheese, spinach, meat, and vegetables.
  • Be creative with your sauce. You can use a variety of sauces, such as tomato sauce, cream sauce, or pesto.
  • Top your stuffed pasta shells with grated cheese and bake them in the oven until they are golden brown and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Stuffed pasta shells are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With so many different ways to make them, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love.

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