Best 7 Hot Crab Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to the depths of the sea with our Hot Crab Casserole, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Dive into a creamy and rich sauce, generously loaded with succulent crab meat, that promises an explosion of oceanic goodness in every bite. This delectable casserole is a true testament to the bounty of the sea, offering a perfect balance of delicate seafood flavors and a medley of herbs and spices. Whether you're hosting a special gathering or simply seeking a comforting and flavorful meal, our Hot Crab Casserole will leave you craving more. Embark on this culinary adventure and explore the diverse and delicious recipes curated in this article, each one promising a unique crab-centric experience. From the classic Hot Crab Casserole to the innovative Crab and Corn Casserole, these recipes cater to every palate and occasion. Dive in and let the flavors of the sea dance on your tongue!

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HOT CRAB CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Hot Crab Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Crab

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper, can use green
1/2 cup crushed cracker
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
8 ounces sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2-1 teaspoon hot sauce, favorite brand
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
salt, to taste
1 lb crabmeat, preferably lump, you could you imitation I suppose
1 cup grated cheddar cheese, gouda works well, too

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • In a skillet or saucepan, melt butter. Saute onions and peppers over medium heat until tender; stir in the crushed crackers; remove from heat.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, sour cream, worcestershire, hot sauce, and dry seasonings.
  • Stir in the sauteed onion/pepper/cracker mixture.
  • Gently fold in the crabmeat -- careful not to break up the lumps too much.
  • Pour into a 2-1/2 - 3 quart casserole dish. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes at 350. Remove from oven and stir. Sprinkle cheese on top and return to oven for another 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453.8, Fat 35, SaturatedFat 19.5, Cholesterol 118.3, Sodium 1054.6, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 2.4, Protein 23.5

SHRIMP & CRAB CASSEROLE



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This quick, easy recipe is truly delicious. The succulent, melt-in-your-mouth seafood flavors and textures make for elegant comfort food. To make ahead, just assemble, cover and refrigerate, then bake when ready. -Jan Bartley, Evergreen, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 packages (8.8 ounces each) ready-to-serve long grain and wild rice
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Spread rice into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add celery and onion; cook and stir until tender, 6-8 minutes. Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes., Stir in seafood seasoning, salt, pepper sauce and pepper. Fold in shrimp and crab. Spoon over rice. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, covered, until shrimp turn pink, 40-45 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. To Make Ahead: Can be made a day in advance. Prepare recipe as directed, cooling sauce slightly before adding shrimp and crab. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 195mg cholesterol, Sodium 1127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

TATER TOTS® CRAB CASSEROLE



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Bring the seafood restaurant into your home kitchen with this crab casserole. TATER TOTS® Crab Casserole is an easy casserole version of the melty crab cakes you love!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
3/4 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1 cup milk
3 green onions, chopped
2 Tbsp. finely chopped red peppers
1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/8 tsp. seasoned salt
1/8 tsp. hot pepper sauce
2 cans (6 oz. each) crabmeat, drained, flaked
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Swiss Cheese
1 pkg. (32 oz.) ORE-IDA TATER TOTS
1/8 tsp. paprika

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix cream cheese, mayo and milk in medium bowl until blended. Add onions, red peppers, parsley, lemon juice, black pepper, seasoned salt and hot sauce; mix well. Stir in crabmeat and Swiss cheese.
  • Spoon into casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with TATER TOTS. Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake 35 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 740 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 63 g

CRAB CASSEROLE



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After several days of craving a crab bake casserole like the one at my local Chinese buffet, I came up with this recipe by tweaking one that I found online. To me, this tastes pretty close to those that I've had at several chinese buffets.

Provided by tkcuvelier

Categories     Crab

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb imitation crabmeat (or real, if preferred)
1/2 large onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese (1/2 a block)
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley (or handful fresh)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together. Place into pan and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top. Bake in 350 degree oven for approximately 30 minutes.
  • VARIATION: You can mix seafood types -- use 1/2 lb. crab and 1/2 lb. shrimp, lobster, or other seafood.

CRAB BRUNCH CASSEROLE



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A delicious casserole - elegant enough for a Sunday brunch!

Provided by DOREENB

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 eggs, beaten
2 cups milk
2 cups seasoned croutons
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 pound fresh crabmeat
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • In large bowl, mix the eggs, milk, croutons, cheese, onion, and parsley. Stir in the crabmeat. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon into the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted into center of the casserole comes out clean. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 118.1 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 606.9 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

IMITATION CRAB CASSEROLE WITH CHEESE



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This recipe is easy and quick to make, and offers a good taste of the ocean. It is inexpensive to make if using imitation crabmeat.

Provided by John

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup chopped onions
½ cup chopped celery
1 pound imitation crabmeat
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
½ cup water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon seafood seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup dry bread crumbs
¼ cup salted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; stir in onions and celery. Cook and stir until vegetables have softened and are beginning to turn translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add crab, condensed soup, water, parsley, seafood seasoning, salt, garlic powder, and pepper; mix to combine. Heat until almost bubbling, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and blend in Cheddar cheese until melted. Transfer to a 9-inch square casserole dish.
  • Mix bread crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl with a fork until combined. Spread over the casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned and bubbly, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 60.9 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1459.1 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

PASTA CRAB CASSEROLE



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This is an easy dish to freeze ahead for company. A yummy combination of spiral pasta, crab and sauteed veggies is coated with a buttery sauce, then covered with cheddar cheese. All that's needed to complete the meal is a warm garlic bread and a tossed green salad. -Georgia Mountain Tampa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles (3-4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound imitation crabmeat, chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onions, mushrooms and green pepper in butter until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture. Stir in the crab, sour cream, salt and basil. , Transfer to two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. Cover and bake the second casserole at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 5 minutes longer. , To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use fresh lump crab meat. Fresh crab meat has a sweeter, more delicate flavor than frozen crab meat. If you can't find fresh lump crab meat, you can use frozen crab meat that has been thawed and drained.
  • Don't overcook the crab meat. Crab meat cooks quickly, so it's important to avoid overcooking it. Overcooked crab meat becomes tough and chewy.
  • Use a good quality cheese. The cheese you use in your hot crab casserole will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. Use a sharp cheddar cheese or a combination of cheddar and Parmesan cheese.
  • Add some vegetables. Adding some vegetables to your hot crab casserole will make it more nutritious and flavorful. Some good options include chopped onion, celery, and bell pepper.
  • Serve with your favorite sides. Hot crab casserole can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, pasta, or salad.

Conclusion:

Hot crab casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and tender crab meat, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give hot crab casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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