Shrimp and Water Chestnut Dip

Creamy, flavorful, and irresistibly satisfying, this Shrimp and Water Chestnut Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for parties or cozy gatherings. Featuring tender, chopped shrimp and the delightful crunch of water chestnuts, this baked dip combines the luxurious creaminess of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream with savory hints of Parmesan, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of heat from hot sauce. It’s quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep before bubbling to golden perfection in the oven. Perfectly paired with crackers or crisp veggies, this warm, seafood-inspired appetizer is sure to be the centerpiece of your snack table. Serve it fresh from the oven, garnished with vibrant green onions, for a dip that delivers both texture and bold flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cooked shrimp, chopped
• 0.5 cup Canned water chestnuts, diced
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Sour cream
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.25 teaspoon Hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons Green onions, sliced thinly
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0 optional Crackers or vegetables for serving

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

Gently fold in the chopped shrimp, diced water chestnuts, and 1 tablespoon of sliced green onions.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to a medium-sized oven-safe baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 6

Bake the dip in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are bubbly and lightly golden.

Step 7

Remove the dish from the oven and allow the dip to cool for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish with the remaining green onions before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm with crackers or fresh vegetables for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(823.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2282.1

Total Fat 189.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 878.6mg	0%
Sodium 2905.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 84.2g	0%

Vitamin D 422.2IU	0%
Calcium 648.3mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 1105.1mg	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: 72.5%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 13.2%