In our Shrimp Casserole recipe, we top a cheesy and creamy shrimp with crunchy bread crumbs that bake up perfectly in the oven. This 30-minute meal is perfect for a holiday table, but easy enough for a weeknight dinner.

Shrimp Casserole served out of a dark blue casserole dish with a wooden spoon

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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.

Shrimp Casserole with breadcrumb topping served out of a dish with a wooden spoon

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.
Ingredients for seafood bake with mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, Old Bay Seasoning, pepper, salt, mayo, butter and breadcrumbs

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.
How to make shrimp casserole in 6 photos

Pro Tip:

Sometimes, shrimp release extra water when they are overcooked or thawed improperly. If you see extra liquid at the bottom of your casserole after baking, don’t worry—just use a paper towel to soak it up.

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:

Wooden spoon scooping shrimp casserole out of a dish

Make-Ahead

  • Make-Ahead: Spread the filling into the dish in step 3 and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. When ready to bake, mix the butter and breadcrumbs to be sure your topping stays crisp.
  • To Refrigerate: cover and store leftovers in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
  • Freezing: I don’t recommend freezing the cooked shrimp casserole.
  • To Reheat: Add breadcrumb topping if not already added and reheat in the oven or air fryer.
Seafood bake with breadcrumb topping scooped out of a dark baking dish with wooden spoon

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.

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Shrimp Casserole Recipe

4.94 from 16 votes
Author: Natasha Kravchuk
Top view of shrimp casserole recipe with toasted breadcrumbs and a wood spoon
This Shrimp Casserole has creamy cheesy shrimp baked under crisp buttery bread crumbs. It’s so easy to throw this together – it’s done in about 30 minutes and it’s such a treat to make for the holidays but simple enough for a weeknight dinner.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Cooling Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients 

Servings: 8 servings

Instructions

  • Prep: Preheat the oven to 375 ̊F. Grease a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish* or skillet with butter.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 Tbsp salt and 1 Tbsp Old Bay Seasoning. Add the shrimp and cook for 30 seconds or just when the shrimp are opaque and cooked through. Immediately remove with a strainer and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Let it cool for a few minutes then drain off any water that collects at the bottom of the bowl, or use a paper towel to soak up any liquid at the bottom of the bowl.
  • Into the shrimp, add mayo, garlic powder, and black pepper and stir to coat the shrimp. Sprinkle on the cheese and stir again to combine. Transfer the shrimp mixture to your prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly into the pan.
  • In a separate bowl or measuring cup, melt 1 Tbsp butter and stir in 1/2 cup bread crumbs until crumbs are evenly moistened. Sprinkle crumbs over the shrimp.
  • Bake uncovered at 375 ̊F for 13-15 minutes or until the center reaches 145 ̊F on an instant-read thermometer then broil for 1 to 2 minutes to brown the crumbs. Rest for 15 minutes before serving.* You can serve it warm or at room temperature. It’s still delicious if you have to transport it to someone’s house for dinner!

Notes

*If you see excess liquid in your casserole – Some shrimp release extra liquid when baked. This can happen if the shrimp are overcooked or if they were thawed improperly. If you see liquid pooling in the bottom of your casserole dish after it’s baked, you can soak it up with a paper towel.
*Note on baking dishes: Try a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish or a deep 10-inch skillet. You can also use a 9×9 square casserole dish or a 9-inch pie pan.
*Make ahead – spread the shrimp filling in the pan in step 3, cover the pan with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for up to 3 days, then top with breadcrumb mixture and bake as directed.
*Leftovers – cover and refrigerate for 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer.

Nutrition Per Serving

354kcal Calories4g Carbs30g Protein24g Fat8g Saturated Fat9g Polyunsaturated Fat6g Monounsaturated Fat0.1g Trans Fat220mg Cholesterol474mg Sodium340mg Potassium0.3g Fiber1g Sugar308IU Vitamin A0.1mg Vitamin C259mg Calcium1mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Shrimp Casserole Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
354
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
24
g
37
%
Saturated Fat
 
8
g
50
%
Trans Fat
 
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
9
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Cholesterol
 
220
mg
73
%
Sodium
 
474
mg
21
%
Potassium
 
340
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Fiber
 
0.3
g
1
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
30
g
60
%
Vitamin A
 
308
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
 
0.1
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
259
mg
26
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: shrimp bake, shrimp casserole, shrimp casserole recipe
Skill Level: Easy
Cost to Make: $$
Calories: 354
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  • Danielle Visone
    November 26, 2024

    Can you use frozen shrimp thats cooked already or frozen shrimp thats uncooked? if so how would ou recommend the change in cooking process where is may or may not need to be boiled first.

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      November 26, 2024

      Hi Danielle! Here is what one of my viewers said, “Even though I boiled the cooked shrimp for 30 seconds, it came out perfect for me, tender and not rubbery. I baked in a NinjaFoodi at 375 for 15 minutes, no broiling required. Came out perfect!”

      Reply

      • Meleah
        November 27, 2024

        I boil frozen shrimp, from frozen, by adding it to boiling water and boiling for 3 minutes, or until opaque. I then remove the shrimp from the boiling water, straight into a bowl of ice water to avoid overcooking

        Reply

  • Michelle N
    November 22, 2024

    Very much enjoyed this recipe, I will.be making this for Christmas Eve along with my other no-meat dishes. You are a very creative cook and I wish you and your family all the best. Keep up the great cooking!!

    Reply

  • DiDiB
    November 22, 2024

    Easy to make but special! I may add this dish to our Christmas Eve dinner menu. My teenager especially loved it. Thank you Natasha!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      November 22, 2024

      You’re so very welcome! I’m happy to hear you enjoyed it.

      Reply

  • Carol
    November 20, 2024

    Natasha knocked it out of the park with this recipe! Quick, easy and delicious.

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      November 20, 2024

      Thanks! So happy you loved it!

      Reply

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