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The Best Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip Recipe

The Best Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip Recipe


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6-8 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this delectable Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip. A perfect appetizer for any gathering or a cozy night in, this dip is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.


Ingredients

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For the Dip:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined, chopped
  • 1/2 lb crab meat, lump crab or imitation crab
  • 1 10 oz package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving:

  • Fresh parsley for garnish, optional
  • Crackers, chips, or bread for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook Shrimp: In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook shrimp until pink and cooked through. Chop into pieces and set aside.
  3. Cook Crab: In the same skillet, heat crab meat for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Mix Dip: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and Parmesan cheese until smooth. Add spinach, shrimp, and crab. Mix well.
  5. Add Seasonings: Fold in Mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bake: Transfer mixture to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot with crackers, chips, or bread.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 570mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Shrimp, Crab, Spinach Dip, Appetizer, Party Food