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Shrimp Casserole Video Tutorial
This 30-minute Shrimp Casserole comes together quickly for a cheesy, crunchy shrimp bake. Watch me cook and layer this casserole in no time at all!
Easy Shrimp Casserole Recipe
Some of my favorite holiday and party dishes are shrimp, such as Shrimp Cucumber Bites, Shrimp Cakes, and Ceviche – they feel fancy but are super simple to make. This shrimp casserole dish was created from our Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Appetizer, one of our favorite starters to take to potluck events, except this casserole is even easier! I brought this 30-minute shrimp casserole to my parent’s house to celebrate my Dad’s birthday with my sisters and their families—the ultimate test for my new recipes. He loved it—they all loved it, and nothing was left in the dish! I knew it was a winner.
Tips for Making Shrimp Casserole
This beginner-friendly shrimp casserole comes together in just moments, but here are a few tips to make it even easier:
Thaw the shrimp properly– If you live near water, fresh shrimp is great, but frozen shrimp work great too for those of us who are land-locked, just be sure to thaw according to package instructions. Don’t overcook shrimp – Shrimp cook quickly! I boil for literally 30 seconds. Overcooked shrimp will turn rubbery. Remove excess water – the filling won’t stick well to the shrimp and can get runny if they are wet, so be sure to drain any water after boiling. If the shrimp release more water in the oven, use a paper towel to soak up the excess water.
How to Make Shrimp Casserole
This 30-minute shrimp bake comes together quickly and easily. Be sure to keep the shrimp as dry as possible before mixing the filling.
Prep the baking dish/skillet/casserole with butter, preheat the oven to 375°F. Note on baking dishes: Use either a 2 1/2 qt casserole dish or a 10” deep dish oven-safe skillet. You can also use a 9×9 casserole dish or 9” pie pan. Boil Shrimp – Bring a large pot of water to a boil (I filled a 6-qt pot 3/4 full). Add 1 Tbsp each of salt and Old Bay Seasoning to the water, and then add shrimp to the boiling water for 30 seconds. They should be just cooked and opaque, but not overcooked. Remove shrimp with a strainer to a bowl to cool for 10 minutes, then pat dry any liquid on the bottom with a paper towel. Mix mayo, garlic powder, and pepper into the shrimp and then stir to be sure the shrimp are covered. Mix the cheeses into the shrimp filling. Spread the shrimp casserole filling into the prepared dish or skillet. Melt 1 Tbsp of butter in a measuring cup or bowl, and then mix the breadcrumbs into the melted butter until evenly covered. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the shrimp filling. Bake the casserole uncovered in the oven until the center reaches 145°F, around 15 minutes. Then Broil for 1-2 minutes until the breadcrumbs are lightly browned. Rest for 15 minutes before serving.
What to Serve with Shrimp Casserole
Serve shrimp casserole warm or room temperature, so it is easy to transport to a potluck. We like to serve it alongside starch, such as Rice, Quinoa, Mashed Potatoes, veggies, and crusty bread. Here are a few of our favorite sides:
Roasted Carrots Green Beans Almondine Tomato Cucumber Mozzarella Salad Caesar Salad Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Spaghetti Squash Sourdough Bread Focaccia Bread
Try this Shrimp Casserole for your holiday or party menu this year since casseroles are so easy to make, take, and serve a crowd. Your guests will love the decadent, creamy 30-minute casserole recipe with the crispy breadcrumb topping.
More Shrimp Recipes
If you love this shrimp casserole recipe, I know you’ll love these other shrimp recipe favorites.
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos Shrimp Cobb Salad Creamy Shrimp Pasta Shrimp Fried Rice Coconut Shrimp with Dipping Sauce Shrimp Alfredo Fettuccine Grilled Garlic Cajun Shrimp Skewers
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