Delicious Best Crab Casserole Recipe for Seafood Lovers
This Best Crab Casserole Recipe combines creamy textures and tender crab meat for a comforting dish that warms the soul. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner and sure to impress your family and friends.
- Author: Bluebella
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 1 pound imitation crab meat
- 1/2 large onion, minced
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese (half a block)
- 1 cup grated swiss cheese
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures the casserole cooks evenly from the get-go.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the imitation crab meat, minced onion, mayo, sour cream, and cream cheese. Use a spatula to mix until all ingredients are well incorporated, with no lumps of cream cheese remaining.
- Add the grated Swiss cheese, garlic powder, and dried parsley to the mixture. Stir well to combine. The Swiss cheese adds a nutty flavor that complements the crab perfectly.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly. Make sure there are no air pockets to ensure consistent cooking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. You'll know it's ready when the edges are bubbling and the top has turned a light golden brown.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. This resting time helps the casserole set, making it easier to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: To avoid a watery casserole, be sure to drain any excess liquid from the imitation crab meat before mixing. Consider adding breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter on top for a crunchier topping.