Recipes

Cheesy Rich and Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip

Cheesy Rich and Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip

Ingredients:

– 1/2 lb shrimp , peeled, deveined, and chopped ๐Ÿค
– 1/2 lb lump crab meat ๐Ÿฆ€
– 2 cups fresh spinach , chopped ๐Ÿฅฌ
– 8 oz cream cheese , softened ๐Ÿง€
– 1/2 cup sour cream ๐Ÿถ
– 1/2 cup mayonnaise
– 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ๐Ÿง€
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese ๐Ÿง€
– 3 cloves garlic , minced ๐Ÿง„
– 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning ๐ŸŒฟ
– Salt and pepper , to taste ๐Ÿง‚
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– Tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted bread for serving

Directions:

1๏ธโƒฃ Cook the Shrimp:
– Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes , or until pink and fully cooked. Set aside to cool.

2๏ธโƒฃ Prepare the Dip:
– In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.

3๏ธโƒฃ Add the Seafood and Spinach:
– Fold in the cooked shrimp, crab meat, chopped spinach, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan until everything is well combined.

4๏ธโƒฃ Bake:
– Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) . Transfer the dip mixture into an oven-safe baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.

5๏ธโƒฃ Serve:
– Let the dip cool slightly, then serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted bread.

Additional Information:

– Prep Time : 10 minutes
– Cook Time : 25 minutes
– Total Time : 35 minutes
– Calories : Approximately 300 kcal per serving
– Servings : 8 servings

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