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Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl

Impress your guests with this luxurious Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl featuring a rich, creamy seafood filling in a crispy golden bread bowl
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Keyword: Bread Bowl Recipe, Seafood Appetizer, Seafood Recipe, Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls

Ingredients

Bread Bowls

  • 4 large round bread rolls or sourdough loaves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter for brushing

Seafood Filling

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 0.5 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
  • 0.5 lb crab meat (lump or claw)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
  • 0.5 cup chicken or seafood broth
  • 0.25 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Bread Bowls

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cut the tops off the bread rolls or loaves and hollow out the centers, leaving a thick wall.
  • Brush the bread bowls inside and out with olive oil or melted butter.
  • Bake for 10–15 minutes until golden and crispy.

Step 2: Make the Seafood Filling

  • Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Sauté the onion until softened, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add shrimp and cook until pink, then stir in the crab meat.
  • Pour in cream and broth, stirring to combine.
  • Add cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • Season with Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper to taste.
  • Let the filling simmer gently for a few minutes until thickened.

Step 3: Assemble the Bread Bowls

  • Spoon the seafood filling into the prepared bread bowls.
  • Sprinkle extra mozzarella or Parmesan cheese on top for a cheesy crust.
  • Bake for 5–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 4: Serve

  • Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.
  • Serve with the bread tops or additional crusty bread for dipping.
  • Add lemon wedges on the side for a bright, zesty twist.

Notes

For leftovers, refrigerate the stuffed bread bowls and reheat gently in the oven to maintain their flavors
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