Best 8 Saucey Cheesy Crappie Fish Casserole Recipes

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Crappie fish casserole is a delectable dish that combines tender, flaky crappie fillets with a creamy and flavorful cheese sauce, topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust. This casserole is a perfect blend of cheese and fish, providing a satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.

This article provides three variations of the crappie fish casserole recipe, each with its unique twist. The classic version features a combination of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, while the creamy corn casserole includes sweet corn and a hint of paprika. For those who prefer a spicy kick, the Cajun casserole incorporates a blend of Cajun spices and cayenne pepper.

No matter which variation you choose, you'll be treated to a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The casserole is easy to prepare and can be customized to your liking, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing dish.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CRUNCHY CHEESY FISH AND SPINACH CASSEROLE



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What a great way to combine all food groups into one casserole dish. So yummy, the kids won't even mind eating their veggies. Also a good meal idea for the working mom; it's simple to put together and cooks quickly in the oven. Substitute any mild white fish for the cod if desired.

Provided by mstopka

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
1 pound fresh spinach
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 pound cod, cut into large pieces
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Evenly spread spinach in the bottom of prepared casserole dish; sprinkle with garlic salt. Arrange fish atop spinach, keeping the pieces side by side and larger pieces toward the outside of dish. Top fish with lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, sea salt, and black pepper.
  • Combine Cheddar cheese, Italian-seasoned bread crumbs, and panko bread crumbs in a bowl; spread evenly over fish. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated for 12 to 15 minutes; uncover and cook until fish flakes easily with a fork and topping is lightly browned and crunchy, 5 to 8 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 78.5 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1361.6 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

SAUCEY CHEESY CRAPPIE FISH CASSEROLE



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This can be served as main dish or served over noodles or rice. I live on a lake and fishing is a big deal here, so I had to come up with many recipes to use fish. We have crappie, bream, and catfish.

Provided by Carol RIckman

Categories     Casseroles

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 crappie filets
lemon juice concentrate
lemon pepper
garlic powder
1 can(s) cream of mushroom soup
1 c grated cheddar cheese
paprika

Steps:

  • 1. Line bottom of casserole dish with Crappie Filets (Can be cut into bitesize piceces)Sprinkle with lemon juice lemon pepper seasoning, and garlic salt.
  • 2. Pour Cream of Mushroom soup evenly on filets. Top with grated Cheddar cheese. Sprinkle paprika on top.
  • 3. Bake in a preheated oven @ 325 degrees for approximately 25 minutes.

CREAMY SEAFOOD CASSEROLE



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I love this recipe from my mother. It's easy and delicious. Even better: You can make it the night before. If you're out of buttery crackers, try topping it with french-fried onions or crushed potato chips-they'll give it a different kind of crunch. -Mary Brown, Whitman, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound flounder fillets, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of shrimp soup, undiluted
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 25 crackers)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Place fish and shrimp in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Combine soup and milk; pour over seafood. Combine the cracker crumbs, cheese, paprika and butter; sprinkle over top., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork and shrimp turn pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 607mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEESY BAKED FISH



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Cod on a bed of butter and onions topped with a cheese coating.

Provided by mama3

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons butter
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 pound skin-on fresh cod
1 tablespoon seasoned salt, or more to taste
½ cup mayonnaise
2 ½ tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 ½ tablespoons shredded provolone cheese
2 ½ tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place butter in a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Place casserole dish in the preheating oven until butter is melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Spread onion slices in the bottom of the casserole dish. Place cod skin-side down over onion. Sprinkle seasoned salt evenly on top.
  • Mix mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, provolone cheese, mozzarella cheese, and fresh parsley together in a bowl. Spread over cod.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cod flakes easily with a fork, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 94.6 mg, Fat 34.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 1090.5 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

BAKED FISH AND RICE



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"I just recently tried this simple-to-fix meal-in-one, and it was an instant hit here at our house," states Jo Groth of Plainfield, Iowa. "Fish and rice are a tasty change of pace from traditional meat-and-potato fare."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, divided
1 pound cod
Dash paprika
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the broth, rice, Italian seasoning and garlic powder, bring to a boil. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 375° for 10 minutes. Add the broccoli, Parmesan cheese and half of the onions. Top with fish fillets; sprinkle with paprika., Cover and bake 20-25 minutes longer or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Uncover; sprinkle with cheddar cheese and remaining onions. Return to the oven for 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHEESY FISH FILLETS WITH SPINACH



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If you have trouble coaxing children to eat spinach, this fast-to-fix dish might be the solution. The cheese sauce works for me every time!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
Dash nutmeg
Dash cayenne pepper
Dash white pepper
1 cup whole milk
2/3 cup shredded cheddar or shredded Swiss cheese
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pound cod, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Paprika

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter. Stir in the flour, bouillon, nutmeg, cayenne and white pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted; set aside. , Place spinach in an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Arrange fish on spinach; sprinkle with salt. Spoon sauce over top. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and paprika; bake 5 minutes longer or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 16g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 860mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEESY BAKED FILLET OF FISH CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Cheesy Baked Fillet of Fish Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Martini Guy

Categories     Halibut

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 -1 1/2 lb of firm white fish fillet (halibut, or ling cod work well)
salt
pepper
1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced and seperated into rings
1 -1 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Melt butter and blend in the lemon juice and sour cream.
  • Salt and pepper the fish to taste and place in a casserole dish.
  • Spread the onion rings evenly on top.
  • Pour the sour cream mixture over fish, spread evenly and top with the cheese.
  • Bake for 35 minutes or until fish flakes with a fork.

CHEESY SEAFOOD BAKE



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Comfort food at its healthiest! This protein-rich dinner is perfect after a workout, and provides an impressive 4 of your 5-a-day along with vitamin C and iron

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Fish Course, Lunch, Supper

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

300g medium potatoes (about 3), thinly sliced
2 tbsp milk
40g mature cheddar , finely grated
1 tsp rapeseed oil
1 onion (160g), finely chopped
1 red pepper , deseeded and finely diced (270g)
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp vegetable bouillon powder
400g can chopped tomatoes
½ x 30g pack basil , leaves picked and finely chopped
1 garlic clove , finely grated
280g pack skinless cod loins
100g frozen small Atlantic cooked prawns , defrosted
160g broccoli florets

Steps:

  • Boil the potato slices for 10 mins then drain, tip into a bowl and gently mix in the milk and half the cheese. Don't worry if the potatoes break up a little.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large frying pan and cook the onion until softened. Stir in the pepper and cook for 5 mins more. Spoon in the balsamic vinegar and bouillon powder, then stir in the tomatoes, basil and garlic. Lay the cod fillets on top, then cover and cook for 6-8 mins until the cod flakes when tested. Heat the grill to high.
  • Take off the heat, stir in the prawns and tip into a shallow baking dish, breaking up the cod into large chunks. Cover with the potatoes and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Grill until golden. While it's grilling, steam or boil the broccoli to serve with the bake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 46 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 21 grams sugar, Fiber 12 grams fiber, Protein 49 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Select fresh crappie fillets: Ensure the fillets are firm and have a mild, sweet odor. Avoid fillets that appear slimy or have a strong fishy smell.
  • Properly clean and prepare the crappie fillets: Rinse the fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Remove any bones or skin using a sharp knife or tweezers.
  • Use a variety of seasonings and herbs: Experiment with different seasonings and herbs to enhance the flavor of the casserole. Common choices include paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, and dried basil.
  • Don't overcook the fish: Crappie fillets cook quickly, so it's important to avoid overcooking them. Overcooked fish can become tough and dry.
  • Use a creamy sauce: A creamy sauce adds richness and flavor to the casserole. You can use a simple white sauce made with butter, flour, and milk, or you can add additional ingredients like cheese, herbs, or vegetables.
  • Top with a crispy topping: A crispy topping adds texture and flavor to the casserole. Common choices include bread crumbs, crushed crackers, or grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Saucey cheesy crappie fish casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its flaky fish, creamy sauce, and crispy topping, this casserole is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Experiment with different seasonings, herbs, and toppings to create a casserole that suits your taste preferences. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees a satisfying meal. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get cooking!

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