Imitation Crab Casserole
Dive into comfort food bliss with this creamy and savory Imitation Crab Casserole, a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with tender egg noodles, chunks of flavorful imitation crab meat, and a luscious sauce made from cream of mushroom soup and sour cream, this casserole is guaranteed to hit all the right notes. A topping of melted cheddar cheese and a golden breadcrumb-Parmesan crust adds irresistible texture and depth to every bite. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a hands-off bake time, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and serve warm for a dish that’s sure to disappear fast! Keywords: imitation crab casserole, creamy seafood casserole, easy dinner recipe, baked crab casserole.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz imitation crab meat
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.
Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion, celery, and garlic, and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until the sauce is smooth and combined.
Add the imitation crab meat and cooked egg noodles to the skillet. Toss gently to evenly coat the noodles and crab in the creamy mixture.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs and grated parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cheddar cheese layer.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2837 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 155.4 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.5 g | 458% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 595 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 7345 mg | 319% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 252.2 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.4 g | ||
| Protein | 128.7 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 2289 mg | 176% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1417 mg | 30% | |
*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.
