Shrimp & Crab Alfredo Bake is a rich, creamy seafood pasta casserole made with tender fettuccine, sweet shrimp, delicate lump crab, and a velvety Alfredo sauce baked under a blanket of gooey, golden cheese. It brings all the flavors of a restaurant seafood Alfredo into a cozy, family-style bake that’s perfect for weeknight comfort food, date-night at home, or a special occasion meal without a lot of fuss.
Why you’ll love this recipe
This dish is designed for maximum payoff with minimal effort. You cook the pasta, toss it with a simple seafood Alfredo mixture, top with cheese, and let the oven finish the work. Using pre-cooked shrimp, lump crab, and a ready-made Alfredo sauce keeps things quick, while baking melds the flavors and gives you that irresistible bubbly, cheesy top.
- Creamy, cheesy comfort: Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan create a luscious sauce that clings to every strand of pasta.
- Seafood upgrade: Shrimp and crab add sweetness and richness that turn a simple pasta bake into something special.
- Straightforward method: Everything comes together in about 45 minutes, similar to other shrimp Alfredo bakes and “dump-and-bake” seafood casseroles.
- Make-ahead friendly: You can assemble in advance, chill, then bake before serving, which many seafood Alfredo bake recipes recommend for busy nights or entertaining.