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.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until the sauce is smooth and combined.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs and grated parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cheddar cheese layer.

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1875.3 grams (1875.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2837

Total Fat 155.40g	199%
Saturated Fat 91.50g	458%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.80g
Cholesterol 595mg	198%
Sodium 7345mg	319%
Total Carbohydrate 252.20g	92%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 68.40g
Protein 128.70g	257%

Vitamin D 142IU	709%
Calcium 2289mg	176%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 1417mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.9%

Protein: 17.6%

Carbs: 34.5%