Seafood Casserole

Dive into the rich, indulgent flavors of this creamy Seafood Casserole—a luxurious blend of succulent shrimp, tender scallops, and sweet lump crab meat, all enveloped in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce. Accented with fresh vegetables like peas and carrots, and finished with a golden, crispy topping of breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, and parsley, this baked seafood dish is a showstopper. Perfect for a special occasion or a comforting weeknight dinner, this decadent casserole is easy to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad or warm crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Whether you're a seafood lover or looking to impress at the dinner table, this dish promises to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 pound scallops (small or bay)
• 1 pound crab meat (lump or claw)
• 0.5 cups frozen peas
• 1 carrot (finely diced)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cups grated cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large casserole dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.

Step 3

Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, making sure there are no lumps. Cook the mixture for 3-4 minutes until it thickens.

Step 4

Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Remove the saucepan from the heat and set the sauce aside.

Step 5

In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the shrimp and scallops, cooking for 2 minutes per side until just opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Add the diced carrot to the same skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the peas and cook for another minute.

Step 7

Gently fold together the seafood (shrimp, scallops, and crab meat), sautéed vegetables, and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl.

Step 8

Pour the cream sauce over the seafood and vegetable mixture, stirring until evenly coated.

Step 9

Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 10

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated cheddar cheese, and 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 12

Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2365.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3372.8

Total Fat 160.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 1647.3mg	0%
Sodium 9631.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 35.3g
Protein 329.1g	0%

Vitamin D 984.2IU	0%
Calcium 1985.0mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 4798.0mg	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: 42.7%

Protein: 38.9%

Carbs: 18.3%