Description
A quick and easy shrimp casserole packed with creamy sauce, tender shrimp, and a crispy topping. Perfect for busy nights, meal prep, or family dinners. Customizable with veggies, cheeses, and seasonings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare – Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Casserole Base – In a large bowl, mix the cooked rice, shrimp, frozen peas, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise (or sour cream), milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and parsley until well combined.
- Transfer to Baking Dish – Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Add the Topping – Combine crushed Ritz crackers (or breadcrumbs) with melted butter, then sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake – Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the shrimp are fully cooked and the topping is golden brown.
- Serve – Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Veggie Boost: Add diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
- Cheesy Delight: Use Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or a cheese blend.
- Low-Carb Option: Substitute cauliflower rice.
- Seafood Mix: Include scallops or crab meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: easy shrimp casserole, quick seafood dinner, creamy shrimp casserole, baked shrimp recipe, shrimp rice casserole