Savory Shrimp and Crab Biscuit Melts

Golden, flaky biscuits topped with a rich mixture of tender shrimp, succulent crab meat, and melted cheddar cheese, seasoned with Old Bay and lemon for a quick, elegant seafood dish.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 6 melts

Course: Appetizer, Brunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Seafood

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 cup cooked shrimp peeled and deveined
1 cup lump crab meat drained if using canned
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
0.5 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh squeezed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 package refrigerated biscuit dough 8 count
2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

baking sheet
parchment paper
Large mixing bowl
Spoon or spatula

Method

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Separate the refrigerated biscuit dough and place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, lump crab meat, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
Spoon a generous amount of the seafood filling onto the center of each biscuit, leaving a small border around the edges.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the filling is heated through.
Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
Allow to cool for 3 to 4 minutes before serving to let the filling set slightly.

Notes

Use fresh shrimp and crab meat for best flavor. Can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter option. Experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack or gouda. These can be assembled ahead and refrigerated unbaked for up to 4 hours, or frozen for up to 2 months.