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Shrimp and Crab Biscuit Melts

Comforting shrimp and crab biscuit melts, perfect for chaotic weeknights, delivering warmth and comfort with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Biscuit Base
  • 1 can can of flaky biscuits (Pillsbury or any brand) Any flaky biscuits work.
Seafood Filling
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped Fresh is ideal, but frozen works too.
  • 1 cup crab meat Canned is convenient; fresh is great but not essential.
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened Use any basic brand.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Adds a bit of zing.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar is preferred, but any will work.
  • to taste salt and pepper Use sea salt or table salt as preferred.
  • optional chopped parsley for garnish Makes it look Instagram-worthy.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the biscuits on a baking sheet, ensuring they are separated.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped shrimp, crab meat, lemon juice, and half of the shredded cheese. Stir in salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Spoon the seafood mixture onto each biscuit and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the biscuits are golden and the cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

You can prepare the seafood mixture in advance and store it in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes.
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