Chinese Buffet Crab Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly flavorful, this Chinese Buffet Crab Casserole is a decadent crowd-pleaser inspired by the comfort food classics you’d find at an all-you-can-eat buffet. Packed with tender chunks of imitation crab meat enveloped in a rich blend of cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, this baked casserole delivers luxurious creaminess in every bite. Seasoned with soy sauce, garlic powder, and green onion for a savory Asian twist, it’s as versatile as it is delicious—serve it as a hearty main dish or as a warm, melty appetizer alongside crackers or crusty bread. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy crab casserole recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. If you're craving bold flavors and comfort food vibes, this casserole has it all!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 ounces imitation crab meat
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 stalks green onion (sliced)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well-blended.

Step 3

Roughly chop the imitation crab meat into bite-sized pieces and fold it into the cheese mixture.

Step 4

Add the shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions to the mixture, reserving a small handful of each cheese for topping. Mix well.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the reserved mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, and green onions evenly over the top.

Step 7

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 8

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the casserole warm as a main dish or with crackers as a dip-style appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1447.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4262.1

Total Fat 359.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 871.5mg	0%
Sodium 7074.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 53.6g
Protein 115.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2244.0mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 919.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.5%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 14.8%