Best 7 Scallop Ritz Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our exquisite Scallop Ritz Casserole, a harmonious blend of succulent scallops, tender shrimp, and a creamy, flavorful sauce, all enveloped in a golden-brown Ritz cracker crust. This delectable dish is a symphony of textures and flavors, where the delicate sweetness of the seafood pairs perfectly with the buttery richness of the Ritz crackers. Each bite promises a moment of pure bliss, leaving you craving more.

This recipe collection offers a diverse selection of Scallop Ritz Casserole variations, catering to every palate and preference. From the classic version, featuring a simple yet elegant combination of scallops, shrimp, and a creamy sauce, to more adventurous takes that incorporate unique ingredients like artichoke hearts, bacon, or even a touch of spice, there's a recipe here to satisfy every seafood lover.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure the perfect balance of flavors and textures. The creamy sauce, made with a combination of butter, flour, milk, and seasonings, envelops the seafood in a velvety embrace, while the Ritz cracker crust adds a delightful crunch and a hint of buttery flavor. The result is a dish that is both comforting and sophisticated, perfect for special occasions or everyday enjoyment.

So embark on a culinary journey with our Scallop Ritz Casserole recipes. Treat your taste buds to the luxuriousness of scallops and shrimp, enveloped in a creamy sauce and encased in a golden-brown Ritz cracker crust. Each bite will transport you to a world of culinary bliss.

Let's cook with our recipes!

LEGAL SEAFOOD BAKED SCALLOPS



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Prepare Baked Scallops just like the famous Legal Seafood does.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds sea scallops
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves minced
1/2 cup buttermilk
20 crushed Ritz Crackers
1/4 cup melted butter
1 lemon

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a bowl, season the scallops with salt and pepper. Add thyme and buttermilk and toss to coat the scallops.
  • Evenly place the scallops in an oven-proof casserole and cover with hand-crushed Ritz crackers. Top with melted butter and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Squeeze juice of lemon over the scallops and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, Sodium 577 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BAKED SCALLOPS



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Delicious baked scallops with butter and garlic. Bay scallops are the little ones and they tend to be sweeter tasting than sea scallops.

Provided by John Bragg

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 ½ pounds bay scallops, rinsed and drained
½ cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried parsley
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Pour melted butter into a 2 quart oval casserole dish. Distribute butter and scallops evenly inside the dish.
  • Combine the bread crumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, parsley, minced garlic and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture over the scallops.
  • Bake in pre-heated oven until scallops are firm, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 88 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 564.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

BAKED RITZY SCALLOPS



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Make and share this Baked Ritzy Scallops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Petunia

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb scallops, rinsed
2 -3 packages Ritz crackers, finely crushed
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
parmesan cheese, grated
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Melt the butter in a microwave safe bowl.
  • Mix the cracker crumbs with the melted butter.
  • Roll scallops in crumb mixture until coverd.
  • Place the scallops in a baking pan or dish.
  • Sprinkle the scallops with the cheese, salt& pepper.
  • Bake for approximately 20 minutes.

SCALLOP RITZ CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Scallop Ritz Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PrairieHarpy

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lbs large scallops, rinsed
8 ounces low-fat Ritz crackers
1/2 cup butter, melted
8 ounces low-fat cheese, shredded
parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat over to 400 degrees.
  • Stir crackers into melted butter.
  • Place scallops into large round casserole.
  • Sprinkle cheese over top, then parsley.
  • Pour melted butter and Ritz over top.
  • Bake covered for 15 minutes, uncovered 15 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
  • Be sure it is a stick of butter, a sleeve of ritz, Italian blend cheese.

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

SHRIMP AND SCALLOP CASSEROLE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds bay scallops
2 pounds large shrimp (raw/butterfly)
1 box Ritz Low Salt Crackers, crumbled
Celery, chopped super fine
Garlic powder, to taste
3 sticks no salt butter, melted
Parsley sprigs

Steps:

  • Rinse scallops with cold water. Devein and butterfly shrimps. In a large bowl mix crushed cracker crumbs, celery, garlic powder, and melted butter.
  • In a well-buttered casserole pan layer shrimp and scallops then top with cracker mixture. Dot top with butter.
  • Bake in preheated 350°F oven for 20 minutes. Garnish with parsley sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

AWESOME BAKED SEA SCALLOPS



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Large sea scallops are combined with garlic, shallots, butter, and bread crumbs then baked to perfection. Being from Maine, we love our seafood, and this is one of the greats!

Provided by Christine Laliberte

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 24m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 sea scallops, rinsed and drained
5 tablespoons butter, melted
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 shallots, chopped
3 pinches ground nutmeg
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup bread crumbs
4 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped parsley
1 lemon wedges for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Place scallops, melted butter, garlic, and shallots in a bowl. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine. Transfer to a casserole dish.
  • In a separate bowl, combine bread crumbs and olive oil. Sprinkle on top of scallops.
  • Bake in preheated oven until crumbs are brown and scallops are done, about 11 to 14 minutes. Top with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 442.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh scallops. Frozen scallops can be used, but fresh scallops will give the dish a better flavor and texture.
  • Pat the scallops dry before cooking. This will help them to brown evenly and prevent them from steaming.
  • Season the scallops with salt and pepper before cooking. This will enhance their natural flavor.
  • Cook the scallops over medium-high heat. This will help them to sear quickly and prevent them from becoming tough.
  • Do not overcook the scallops. They should be cooked just until they are opaque in the center.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the casserole. This will add flavor and color to the dish.
  • Use a creamy sauce in the casserole. This will help to bind the ingredients together and make the dish more flavorful.
  • Top the casserole with buttered Ritz crackers. This will add a crunchy topping to the casserole.
  • Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and the topping is golden brown. This will take about 20 minutes.

Conclusion:

Scallop Ritz Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great dish to serve at a potluck or party. The combination of scallops, vegetables, and creamy sauce is sure to please everyone.

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