Hot, creamy crab alfredo dip is the perfect combination of cream cheese, melty mozzarella, lump crabmeat and sharp Parmesan. It is the perfect hot crab dip.
Football season is officially underway and that means TONS of football watching parties, tailgating and other events. Of course, in addition to the game, everyone is also crazy interested in the food table too. From wings to dips, every good football watching party has yummy food for everyone to enjoy between plays. One winner at our house right now: crab Alfredo lasagna dip.
Now, this dip is amazing cooked up in a skillet and served with bread slices. Or, toss it into the crockpot and keep it warm all throughout the game. I even made fried lasagna chips to use as dippers with mine but that is totally optional.
What are the key ingredients for this crab alfredo lasagna dip?
- Butter
- Flour
- Roasted garlic
- Milk
- Parmesan and mozzarella cheese
- Cream cheese
- Lump crab meat
Note: You can transfer the dip to a crockpot after stirring in the crab meat to keep it warm during serving. Simply top with the remaining cheese and heat on low.
What to Serve with Creamy Hot Crab Dip:
- Fried Lasagna Noodles (recipe below)
- Crudité
- Crackers
- Fresh Bread
- Chips (potato or tortilla are perfect)
The possibilities are really endless with this delicious, creamy alfredo dip.
You can easily switch out the Parmesan with pecorino if you prefer. It can sometimes be easier to find and less expensive than Parmesan.
What are your favorite game day recipes? Do you love having lots of yummy food for anyone watching the game to enjoy too?
Essential Items for this Recipe:
Medium Saucepan // Whisk // Electric Mixer // Cast Iron Skillet // Crockpot
Creamy Crab Alfredo Dip
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 3 Tbsp flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 4 cloves roasted garlic, smashed into paste
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz lump crab meat
- 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour. Whisk in salt, parsley and garlic. Slowly add in milk, whisking until smooth and completely combined before adding more. Whisk in vegetable broth. Cook for 5-10 minutes, whisking occasionally, until thickened. Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Remove from heat.
3. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add in cheese sauce and mix until combined. Stir in crab meat.
4. Spread dip into skillet. Top with remaining Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until bubbly and cheese begins to brown. Top with fresh parsley.
Notes
You can transfer the dip to a crockpot after stirring in the crab meat. Top with remaining cheese and heat on low.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 248Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 664mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 0gSugar: 3gProtein: 13g
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Fried Lasagna Noodles
Ingredients
- 4-5 No Boil Lasagna Noodles
- 2 cups hot water
- 2 cups seasoned panko crumbs
- 3 eggs, lightly beaten
- Neutral Oil
Instructions
1. Break lasagna noodles into pieces resembling chips. Place in hot water for 1-2 minutes. Remove and dry with paper towels.
2. Heat oil over medium-high heat.
3. Dip lasagna noodles into egg and then into panko crumbs, tossing to coat. Shake off excess crumbs and place in hot oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 205Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 227mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 8g
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition information can vary for a recipe based on factors such as precision of measurements, brands, ingredient freshness, or the source of nutrition data. We strive to keep the information as accurate as possible, but make no warranties regarding its accuracy. We encourage readers to make their own calculations based on the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator.
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This dish looks so creamy and good!! Thanks for sharing!!!
Appetizers and Dips are my weakness! This looks SO good!