Description
This creamy Southern crab casserole recipe with rice is comforting, savory, and perfect for holidays or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
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1 lb lump crab meat (picked over for shells)
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2 cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
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1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
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1 large egg, beaten
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Butter or cooking spray, for greasing
Optional Additions:
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Pinch of cayenne pepper
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1 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
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Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, bell pepper, and celery in a bit of butter for 5–6 minutes until softened. Let cool.
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Mix Base: In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, sautéed vegetables, soup, mayonnaise, egg, Worcestershire, Old Bay, lemon juice, and cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
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Add Crab: Gently fold in the lump crab meat to keep the chunks intact.
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Assemble Casserole: Pour mixture into the prepared dish. Smooth the top and sprinkle with extra cheddar cheese.
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Bake: Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Substitute cooked orzo, quinoa, or riced cauliflower for rice.
- Try cream of celery or cream of shrimp soup for variation.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze up to 1 month.
- Add herbs, mustard, or spicy elements to elevate flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 395 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 130mg