Description
This Shrimp Casserole recipe is a cheesy and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or gathering. Tender shrimp are mixed with a creamy mayo sauce, topped with a breadcrumb and cheese mixture, then baked to golden perfection. It’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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Shrimp:
- 2 lbs large shrimp, 21-24 count, peeled and deveined
- 1 Tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp salt
Sauce:
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Topping:
- 1 Tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 4 oz shredded mozzarella
- 4 oz shredded medium cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat the oven to 375 ̊F. Grease a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish or skillet with butter.
- Cook the Shrimp: Boil water with salt and Old Bay Seasoning. Cook shrimp for 30 seconds, drain, and cool. Mix in mayo, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Assemble: Add cheese to shrimp mixture and transfer to casserole dish.
- Prepare Topping: Melt butter, mix with bread crumbs, and sprinkle over shrimp.
- Bake: Bake at 375 ̊F for 13-15 minutes, then broil to brown the crumbs.
- Rest and Serve: Rest for 15 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- If you see excess liquid in your casserole – Some shrimp release extra liquid when baked. Soak it up with a paper towel if needed.
- Note on baking dishes: Try a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish or a deep 10-inch skillet.
- Make ahead – spread the shrimp filling in the pan, cover, refrigerate for up to 3 days, top with breadcrumb mixture, and bake.
- Leftovers – cover and refrigerate for 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 354
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 975mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 234mg
