Baked Stuffed Shrimp Casserole
Savor this festive baked stuffed shrimp casserole, perfect for holidays, with shrimp, crab, and a crispy topping.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb lump crab meat
- 1 cup crushed crackers (gluten-free options available)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- ½ stick unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: Butterfly the shrimp by slicing along the back but not all the way through.
- Make the Stuffing: In a bowl, combine the crab meat, crushed crackers, garlic, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and melted butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble: Arrange the shrimp in a baking dish, and generously top with the stuffing mixture.
- Bake: Cook in a preheated oven at 425°F for 12-14 minutes or until shrimp are pink and the topping is golden.
- Broil (optional): For a crispier top, broil on high for 1-2 minutes.