Superbowl Stuffed Clams

Get your game-day spread ready with these irresistible Superbowl Stuffed Clams—an elevated seafood appetizer that's sure to impress! Fresh, tender clams are steamed, chopped, and combined with a savory medley of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and parsley, then packed back into their shells for baking to golden perfection. A hint of crushed red pepper brings just the right amount of heat, while a squeeze of lemon juice brightens up every bite. Perfect for sharing, these stuffed clams are crispy, flavorful, and easy to prepare in under an hour. Serve them warm with lemon wedges for an indulgent, crowd-pleasing dish that’ll take your Super Bowl menu to the next level.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces large clams (quahogs or cherrystone)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika (for garnish)
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Scrub the clams under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Discard any clams that are open and do not close when tapped.

Step 3

In a large pot, bring about 1 inch of water to a boil. Add the clams, cover, and steam for 5-7 minutes or until the shells open. Remove from heat and allow them to cool slightly. Discard any clams that remain closed.

Step 4

Carefully remove the clam meat from the shells, chop it finely, and reserve. Clean the shells and set them aside for stuffing.

Step 5

In a skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

Step 6

Add the chopped clam meat to the skillet and stir for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 7

In a large bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, parsley, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper. Add the clam mixture from the skillet and stir to combine thoroughly.

Step 8

Spoon the stuffing mixture into each cleaned clam shell, packing it lightly. Place the stuffed clams onto a baking sheet.

Step 9

Sprinkle the tops with a pinch of paprika for garnish and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

Step 10

Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the stuffed clams.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1380.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2358.5

Total Fat 49.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 804mg	0%
Sodium 1957.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g	0%
Total Sugars 8.6g
Protein 318.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1197.3mg	0%
Iron 172.4mg	0%
Potassium 7812.1mg	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: 19.7%

Protein: 56.9%

Carbs: 23.3%