Rich & Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip
A good seafood dip is the life of the party, and this easy shrimp and crab dip recipe demands your attention. This baked shrimp and crab dip is served hot from the oven, for the ultimate seafood and melted cheese experience. Inside the dish you will find fresh, sweet crab and shrimp folded into a gloriously creamy, cheesy dip that is very simply seasoned.
This crab and shrimp dip is creamy, cheesy and delicious. (Photo: Contributed)
This shrimp and crab dip is the perfect appetizer for any special occasion. It is creamy and loaded with shrimp and crab, then baked. It is also very easy to prepare. But grab yours quick because it will be gone in no time!
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped
- 1/2 pound lump crab meat
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Tortilla chips, crackers or toasted bread for serving
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, until pink and fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, Old Bay seasoning, salt and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Stir in the cooked shrimp, crab meat, chopped spinach, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until everything is well incorporated.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the dip mixture into an oven-safe dish and spread it out evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden on top.
- Remove from the oven and let the dip cool slightly. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers or toasted bread for dipping.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Kcal: 300 kcal per serving | Servings: 8
If you like crab, check out this easy crab salad.
