Savory Crab Imperial Casserole with a Zesty Twist Awaits!
A delicious and creamy crab casserole with a zesty twist, perfect for seafood lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb crab meat
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine crab meat, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, bell pepper, onion, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños.
- Can substitute crab meat with shrimp or lobster if desired.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg