Best 3 Crab Stuffed Manicotti Recipes

If you're looking for a delectable dish to impress your friends and family, crab stuffed manicotti is the perfect choice. This classic Italian dish combines tender manicotti shells, stuffed with a luscious filling of crab, ricotta cheese, and herbs, then smothered in a rich and flavorful sauce. With its combination of delicate flavors and textures, crab stuffed manicotti is sure to be a hit at any gathering. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this delightful dish.

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CRAB-STUFFED MANICOTTI

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Manicotti shells stuffed with crab meat and covered with Alfredo sauce make a great meal for family or company.

Provided by Brandee

Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Crab

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

8 manicotti shells
1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
1 (6 ounce) can lump crabmeat
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 (16 ounce) jar Alfredo pasta sauce
½ cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried marjoram
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add manicotti shells and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender but not mushy. Drain.
In a medium bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, crab, parsley and onion. Spoon into the manicotti shells. Place in a buttered 11x7 inch baking dish.
In a saucepan, stir together the Alfredo sauce and chicken broth. Season with sugar, basil, marjoram, garlic powder and thyme. Heat until warm over medium heat. Pour over the shells in the baking dish.
Bake uncovered for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Let stand for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 110.4 mg, Fat 41.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 28.6 g, SaturatedFat 17.3 g, Sodium 1494.6 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

CRAB-STUFFED MANICOTTI

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I love pasta, and my husband loves seafood. I combined them to create this dish, and he raved that it's the best meal ever. -Sonya Polfliet, Anza, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 uncooked manicotti shells
1 tablespoon butter
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 cup fat-free milk
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup lump crabmeat, drained
1/3 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cook manicotti shells according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in Parmesan cheese., In a small bowl, combine crab, ricotta, mozzarella, lemon-pepper seasoning, pepper and garlic powder. Stuff shells with crab mixture. Spread 1/4 cup sauce in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with stuffed manicotti. Pour remaining sauce over top. , Bake, covered, until heated through, 25-30 minutes. Just before serving, sprinkle with parsley and, if desired, additional grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 793mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRAB STUFFED MANICOTTI ALFREDO

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I was feeling creative, and having a seafood craving. I came up with this and decided to keep track of how much of what I was using, so here it is. It seems to be missing something, so maybe you can help?

Provided by hamlette

Categories Crab

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 lb imitation crabmeat
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can s&w diced tomatoes, with roasted garlic and sweet onion
8 ounces manicotti
8 ounces neufchatel cheese (reduced fat cream cheese)
3/4 lb large shrimp (41-60 ct.)
1 (16 ounce) jar alfredo sauce

Steps:

Combine crab meat with undrained tomatoes.
Let soak while cooking manicotti according to package directions.
When manicotti is done, drain crab/tomato mixture and blend with neufchatel.
Stuff manicotti with crab mixture and arrange in a 10 x 13 casserole dish.
Pour alfredo evenly over manicotti.
Top with shrimp and bake at 375F for 15-20 minutes.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use a combination of cream cheese and ricotta cheese in the stuffing.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the stuffing for a spicy kick.
If you don't have crab, you can substitute cooked shrimp or lobster.
To save time, you can use store-bought manicotti shells.
Be careful not to overcook the manicotti, or they will become mushy.
Serve the manicotti with your favorite marinara sauce or Alfredo sauce.

Conclusion:

Crab stuffed manicotti is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is relatively easy to make, and the results are sure to impress your guests. So next time you are looking for a special dish to serve, give crab stuffed manicotti a try.