Description
Indulge in the irresistible Spicy Tuna Creamy Crab Bake, a comforting dish that combines tender canned tuna and succulent crab meat enveloped in a rich, creamy blend. Topped with a crunchy panko crust and baked to golden perfection, this dish is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. Each bite offers an explosion of flavors that delights your taste buds and warms your heart. Get ready to impress your guests with this easy-to-make culinary masterpiece!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna packed in oil, drained
- 1 cup lump crab meat (fresh or canned)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mix of cheddar and mozzarella)
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix the drained tuna and crab meat with softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add shredded cheese, chopped green onions, hot sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix thoroughly.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Combine panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving warm with bread or crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg