Best 6 Creamy Shrimp Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our creamy shrimp casserole, a harmonious blend of succulent shrimp, tender vegetables, and a velvety sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a breeze to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions.

This recipe collection features three variations of this classic casserole, each with its own unique twist. The classic creamy shrimp casserole offers a timeless combination of shrimp, vegetables, and a creamy sauce, while the cheesy shrimp casserole adds a layer of melted cheese for an extra indulgent experience. For a lighter and healthier option, the shrimp scampi casserole incorporates a tangy lemon-butter sauce that brightens up the dish.

No matter which variation you choose, you're in for a treat. The shrimp is cooked to perfection, tender and juicy, while the vegetables retain their crispness, adding a delightful textural contrast. The creamy sauce, made with a roux or a simple combination of milk and cornstarch, envelops all the ingredients, creating a smooth and luscious texture that will have you coming back for seconds.

So gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey with our creamy shrimp casserole. Prepare to be amazed by the symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY SHRIMP CASSEROLE



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My grandmother's special recipe and a family favorite in our house. Shrimp, egg noodles, peas and a few mushrooms layered in creamy sauce. Although this recipe yields quite a bit, my family of 4 usually devours the whole dish in one sitting.

Provided by cutienut

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Noodle Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups wide egg noodles
2 tablespoons butter
1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 ½ cups milk
½ cup heavy cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 cup crushed buttery round crackers
1 tablespoon cold butter, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 3-quart casserole dish.
  • Fill a large pot with water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the shrimp, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook the shrimp until opaque and bright pink, about 3 minutes. Remove the shrimp to a bowl with a slotted spoon. Return the water to a full rolling boil over high heat, and stir in the noodles. Cook until the noodles are tender, about 8 minutes; drain in a colander set in the sink.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat, and stir the flour into the butter to make a paste. Remove the pan from the heat; slowly whisk in the milk and cream until smooth. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Return the sauce to the heat, lower heat to a simmer, and whisk constantly until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Place noodles into the prepared casserole dish, and top with peas, mushrooms, and cooked shrimp. Pour the sauce over the casserole, and sprinkle the crushed cracker crumbs evenly over the top. Dot the top of the casserole with about 6 thin slices of butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cracker topping is crisp and golden brown, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 614.4 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

CREAMY ALFREDO SHRIMP CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Creamy Alfredo Shrimp Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 1 Baker

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups dry bow tie pasta
1 (10 ounce) container alfredo sauce
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 (12 ounce) package frozen frozen medium cooked thawed peeled, deveined shrimp
1/3 cup dried breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 F.Cook pasta according to package directions.Drain.
  • Combine Alfredo sauce, half & half, Parmesan cheese and pepper in large bowl. Add cooked pasta mixture and shrimp; gently stir to combine.
  • Spoon mixture into greased 2-quart round casserole. Cover; bake for 40 minutes.
  • Toss together breadcrumbs, butter and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over pasta mixture. Continue baking, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 173.2, Sodium 356.2, Carbohydrate 56.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.8, Protein 31.4

CREAMY SHRIMP & VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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In my search for diabetic casserole dishes, I found this tasty-sounding recipe in a Diabetic Cooking magazine. I haven't prepared it yet, so if you get to it before I do, please share your opinions in the review process.

Provided by Happy Hippie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 1/4 ounces cream of celery soup, reduced-fat
1 lb shrimp, shelled and deveined (use fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup asparagus, cut diagnally into 1-inch pieces (use fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup mushroom, sliced
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Coat 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine soup, shrimp, asparagus, mushrooms, green onions, bell pepper, garlic, thyme and black pepper in large bowl, mix well.
  • Place in prepared baking dish.
  • Cover and bake 30 minutes. Serve over orzo or rice.

CREAMY SHRIMP CASSEROLE



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My mom made this and I thought that she was nuts to mix shrimp & cream cheese. Boy was I wrong! My husband told me that this was one of the best things that I've ever made. For a twist on this recipe, you can add 1 lb crabmeat.

Provided by Rene Palmer

Categories     Seafood

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 stick butter
1-8oz pkg cream cheese
3 Tbsp butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 small bell pepper, chopped
3 ribs celery, chopped
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
1-1/2 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 can(s) cream of mushroom soup
1 Tbsp finely chopped garlic
tabasco, to taste
1 tsp white pepper
1 c cooked rice
8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated
cracker crumbs

Steps:

  • 1. Melt butter in 2 quart saucepan; add cream cheese and stir until cheese is melted. *I usually whisk the melted cream cheese and butter together once the cream cheese is melted.
  • 2. In heavy Dutch oven, saute onion, bell pepper and celery in 3T butter.
  • 3. Add sliced mushrooms and shrimp and simmer about 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • 4. Add the melted cream cheese and butter mixture.
  • 5. Blend in soup, seasonings and rice.
  • 6. Spray a large casserole dish with vegetable spray. Then carefully place mixture in the casserole dish.
  • 7. Toss Cheddar cheese and cracker crumbs together and sprinkle over top. Bake at 350 for 30 min, until bubbly and golden brown.

CREAMY SHRIMP CASSEROLE WITH BUTTERY CRUMBS



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This is a wonderfully rich and creamy shrimp casserole with a nice flavor that is perfect for guests, potlucks or even a buffet spread, when you want to make something extra good and memorable. MAKE AHEAD: The recipe can be prepared through Step 4 and placed in the refrigerator overnight. Let stand at room temperature for about 20 minutes before proceeding to the next step. WINE: Spanish white wines with their bright citrus flavors will complement the shrimp and creaminess here and still hold up to the spices. Look for a Spanish wines like the Sierra Cantabria White 2003 or the 2004 Rias Baixas Bodegas Terras Gauda Albarino 'Abadia de San Campo'.

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Oven

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs medium shrimp, shelled and deveined, shells reserved
3 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup dry sherry
salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, 4 tablespoons melted
6 medium scallions, white and tender green parts, minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
fresh ground pepper
hot sauce or cayenne pepper, to taste
4 cups small oyster crackers
1/4 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika or 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Butter a 3 1/2-quart casserole dish. Arrange shrimp in a single layer. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine cream, sherry and shrimp shells with a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Simmer on low for 25 minutes. Remove from stove and strain through a coarse sieve set over a large glass measuring cup or bowl; should yield about 2 1/2 cups.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a medium skillet. Add scallions and cook over moderate heat, stirring, for about 3 minutes. Add the shrimp cream to the skillet and simmer until reduced (2 cups, about 5 minutes).
  • Pour the cream sauce into a bowl and stir in lemon juice and Worcestershire. Season with salt, pepper and hot sauce or cayenne; let cool until tepid. Season shrimp with salt and pepper and pour cream sauce over them.
  • Crush oyster crackers until you achieve coarse crumbs. Place in a medium bowl and add 4 tablespoons of melted butter and paprika and stir to coat. Sprinkle cracker crumbs over the shrimp and pat to smooth.
  • Bake in the center of the oven for 25 minutes, or until bubbling around the edge and the shrimp are JUST cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven and preheat broiler.
  • Broil casserole for 30 seconds, rotating, until top is an even golden browned.
  • Let stand at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.7, Fat 30.8, SaturatedFat 17.4, Cholesterol 209.4, Sodium 392.6, Carbohydrate 20.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.6, Protein 19

CREAMY SHRIMP CASSEROLE WITH BUTTERY CRUMBS



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Categories     Shellfish     Bake     Casserole/Gratin

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and deveined, shells reserved
3 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup dry sherry
Salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, 4 tablespoons melted
6 medium scallions, white and tender green parts, minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Freshly ground pepper
Hot sauce
4 cups small oyster crackers
1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika

Steps:

  • Butter a 3 1/2-quart shallow glass baking dish. Arrange the shrimp in the baking dish in a single layer. Cover with plastic and refrigerate. In a medium saucepan, combine the cream and sherry with the shrimp shells. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Simmer over moderately low heat for 25 minutes; strain through a coarse sieve set over a large glass measuring cup; you should have about 2 1/2 cups. Preheat the oven to 400°. Melt the 1 tablespoon of solid butter in a medium skillet. Add the scallions and cook over moderate heat, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the shrimp cream and simmer until reduced to 2 cups, about 5 minutes. Pour the cream into a bowl and stir in the lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt, pepper and hot sauce; let cool until tepid. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and evenly pour the cream over them. Put the oyster crackers in a sturdy resealable plastic bag, press the air out and seal to close. Lay the bag on a work surface and, using a rolling pin or a heavy pan, crush the crackers until coarse crumbs form. Transfer to a medium bowl. Add the 4 tablespoons of melted butter and the paprika and stir to coat. Scatter the cracker crumbs over the shrimp and pat to smooth. Bake the casserole in the center of the oven for 25 minutes, or until bubbling around the edge and the shrimp are just cooked through. Remove from the oven. Preheat the broiler. Broil the casserole for 30 seconds, rotating as necessary, until the topping is evenly browned. Let stand at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. MAKE AHEAD The casserole can be prepared through Step 4 and refrigerated overnight. Let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes before proceeding.

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp will have a sweeter flavor and better texture than frozen shrimp.
  • Season the shrimp well. Shrimp is a mild-flavored seafood, so it's important to season it well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Cook the shrimp until it's just opaque. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery. Cook it for just a few minutes, until it's pink and opaque.
  • Use a creamy sauce. A creamy sauce will help to keep the shrimp moist and flavorful. You can use a simple white sauce, or you can add other ingredients like cheese, herbs, or vegetables.
  • Serve the casserole hot. Creamy shrimp casserole is best served hot, right out of the oven. You can garnish it with fresh parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

Creamy shrimp casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It's also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. With its creamy sauce, tender shrimp, and flavorful seasonings, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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