Shirley's Baked Clam Casserole

Bring the taste of the coast to your table with Shirley's Baked Clam Casserole, a golden, crispy, and utterly comforting seafood dish perfect for special occasions or weeknight dinners. Featuring tender chopped clams—either fresh or canned—paired with sautéed garlic, onion, and a buttery breadcrumb mixture enriched with parmesan cheese, this recipe offers a delightful balance of savory and zesty flavors with hints of lemon and white wine. Baked to perfection, the casserole achieves a tantalizingly crunchy topping drizzled with olive oil and packed with fresh parsley for vibrancy. Ready in under an hour, this versatile dish is ideal as a main course or a luxurious side, especially when served alongside pasta or your favorite seafood fare. Whether you're entertaining or seeking comfort food, this clam casserole is a crowd-pleaser that brings coastal warmth to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 ounces chopped clams (canned or fresh)
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 cups breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 cups white wine
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Drain the chopped clams, reserving 1/4 cup of the clam liquid if using canned clams.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and parsley. Mix well until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated with the butter mixture.

Step 5

Add the reserved clam liquid, lemon juice, and white wine to the skillet. Stir thoroughly, allowing the mixture to combine and slightly moisten the breadcrumbs.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped clams, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil. Spread the clam mixture evenly into the dish, pressing down lightly to pack it.

Step 8

Drizzle the top with the remaining olive oil to encourage browning.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm as a main dish or alongside your favorite seafood or pasta dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(892.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1885.4

Total Fat 100.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 331.7mg	0%
Sodium 7369.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 17.2g
Protein 105.1g	0%

Vitamin D 9.0IU	0%
Calcium 802.2mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 839.7mg	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: 46.9%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 31.2%