Description
Cheesy Shrimp Casserole with Velveeta is a comforting dish that combines tender, succulent shrimp with a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Topped with crispy breadcrumbs, this casserole is perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. Its delightful blend of flavors and textures creates an irresistible meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe promises to become a favorite at your table, filled with nostalgic warmth and delicious memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup plain or seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350?F (175?C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; saut? until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the saut?ed shrimp mixture with Velveeta cheese, paprika, salt, and pepper; stir until well mixed.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly on top.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 250mg