Best 8 Imitation Crab Casserole With Cheese Recipes

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Imitation crab casserole with cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover imitation crab, and it can be customized to your liking by adding different vegetables, cheeses, or spices. Imitation crab is a versatile and affordable seafood substitute that can be used in a variety of dishes, and it is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. This casserole is a great way to enjoy the flavors of seafood without the high cost or the hassle of cooking fresh crab.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAC AND CHEESE CASSEROLE WITH IMITATION CRAB



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I made this recipe at home and have loved it ever since.

Provided by ian

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup rotini pasta
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup imitation crabmeat, diced
½ cup milk
¼ teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
⅛ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add condensed soup, Cheddar cheese, imitation crab, milk, seafood seasoning, Cajun seasoning, and pepper to rotini; mix ingredients together. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Mix bread crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl until crumbs are moist; spread evenly over the casserole mixture.
  • Cook in the preheated oven until bubbly and topping is golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 1023.6 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

IMITATION CRAB CASSEROLE WITH CHEESE



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This recipe is easy and quick to make, and offers a good taste of the ocean. It is inexpensive to make if using imitation crabmeat.

Provided by John

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup chopped onions
½ cup chopped celery
1 pound imitation crabmeat
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
½ cup water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon seafood seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup dry bread crumbs
¼ cup salted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; stir in onions and celery. Cook and stir until vegetables have softened and are beginning to turn translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add crab, condensed soup, water, parsley, seafood seasoning, salt, garlic powder, and pepper; mix to combine. Heat until almost bubbling, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and blend in Cheddar cheese until melted. Transfer to a 9-inch square casserole dish.
  • Mix bread crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl with a fork until combined. Spread over the casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned and bubbly, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 60.9 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1459.1 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

CHINESE BUFFET CRAB CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Chinese Buffet Crab Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bugged out bird

Categories     Crab

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces imitation crabmeat
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pinch garlic salt
1 1/4 cups cheddar cheese, divided
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 1/4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Save half of cheddar cheese to sprinkle on top.
  • Mix the other ingredients together in bowl.
  • Spoon into greased casserole dish, top with cheese.
  • Bake at 325°F for 30 minutes.

IMITATION CRAB AND VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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I'm always looking for new recipes that use imitation crab. This one is a creamy, all-in-one dish that gets a boost of flavor from Old Bay® seasoning.

Provided by KJPACA

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower combination
1 cup bread cubes
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) package imitation crabmeat
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add frozen vegetables; cook and stir until heated through, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the heat, drain, and transfer to a large bowl.
  • While the vegetables are cooking, place bread cubes in a bowl and drizzle melted butter over top. Toss gently to coat and set aside.
  • Add condensed soup, cream cheese, imitation crab, and seafood seasoning to the vegetables; stir to combine. Transfer to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with buttered bread cubes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 88.2 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.7 g, Sodium 1538.2 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

IMITATION CRAB CASSEROLE



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I got this recipe from our church cookbook. It is very satisfying. The water chestnuts give it a nice crunch & it has a good flavor.

Provided by Judy from Hawaii

Categories     Crab

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups imitation crabmeat, shredded
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup cooked rice or 1 cup diced potato
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, chopped
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, chopped
3/4 cup buttered bread crumb

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients, except bread crumbs, together and put into a casserole.
  • (This is a big recipe--you may need to use 2.) Top with buttered bread crumbs.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

CRAB CASSEROLE



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After several days of craving a crab bake casserole like the one at my local Chinese buffet, I came up with this recipe by tweaking one that I found online. To me, this tastes pretty close to those that I've had at several chinese buffets.

Provided by tkcuvelier

Categories     Crab

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb imitation crabmeat (or real, if preferred)
1/2 large onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese (1/2 a block)
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley (or handful fresh)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together. Place into pan and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top. Bake in 350 degree oven for approximately 30 minutes.
  • VARIATION: You can mix seafood types -- use 1/2 lb. crab and 1/2 lb. shrimp, lobster, or other seafood.

PASTA CRAB CASSEROLE



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This is an easy dish to freeze ahead for company. A yummy combination of spiral pasta, crab and sauteed veggies is coated with a buttery sauce, then covered with cheddar cheese. All that's needed to complete the meal is a warm garlic bread and a tossed green salad. -Georgia Mountain Tampa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles (3-4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound imitation crabmeat, chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onions, mushrooms and green pepper in butter until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture. Stir in the crab, sour cream, salt and basil. , Transfer to two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. Cover and bake the second casserole at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 5 minutes longer. , To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAMY PASTA WITH IMITATION CRAB



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Creamy pasta sauce with imitation crab that is ready with little prep but ends up with lots of flavor.

Provided by Chef Chevy

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound imitation crabmeat, diced
1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
1 cup half-and-half
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • At the same time, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic to the hot oil; cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in imitation crab and heat for 2 minutes.
  • Begin cooking rotini. Add to the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
  • While the pasta is cooking, stir half-and-half and parsley into the crab sauce; bring to a simmer. Continue to simmer crab sauce, adding pasta water as necessary, while pasta is finishing.
  • Drain pasta.
  • Mix Parmesan cheese into crab sauce and heat until melted, about 2 minutes. Serve over pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.6 g, Cholesterol 25.5 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 547.1 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh seafood, vegetables, and herbs will give your casserole the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the seafood: Seafood cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it or it will become tough and rubbery.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to your casserole.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make imitation crab casserole, so feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors.
  • Serve it hot: Imitation crab casserole is best served hot, so make sure to reheat it thoroughly before serving.

Conclusion:

Imitation crab casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its creamy sauce, tender seafood, and cheesy topping, imitation crab casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give imitation crab casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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