Creamy Seafood Casserole

Dive into comfort food heaven with this decadent Creamy Seafood Casserole, a luxurious combination of tender shrimp, scallops, and flaky white fish baked to perfection in a velvety Parmesan-infused sauce. Tossed with al dente pasta and topped with golden, buttery breadcrumbs, this satisfying dish delivers a medley of rich flavors and textures in every bite. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or an impressive shareable entrée, this seafood casserole is not only easy to make but also irresistible when served fresh out of the oven with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Ready in just under an hour, it's a must-try recipe for seafood lovers looking to elevate their weeknight meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 0.5 pound scallops
• 0.75 pound white fish fillets (such as cod or haddock), cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 cups cooked pasta (such as penne or fusilli)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens, about 4–5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Continue whisking until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

In a large skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp, scallops, and fish pieces. Cook for 3–4 minutes until just opaque. Remove the seafood from heat and set aside.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked seafood, prepared sauce, and cooked pasta. Gently mix until everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and olive oil. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2773.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4624.3

Total Fat 216.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 109.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 1626.5mg	0%
Sodium 7448.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 353.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 35.5g
Protein 312.0g	0%

Vitamin D 895.1IU	0%
Calcium 1891.3mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 4098.2mg	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: 42.3%

Protein: 27.1%

Carbs: 30.6%