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Shrimp Scampi Dip

This creamy and cheesy shrimp scampi dip is a unique appetizer that's a real crowd pleaser. Everyone will want the recipe for this shrimp dip!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 178 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 cup minced onion
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic 
  • 2 cans Chicken of the Sea Medium Shrimp drained
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 6 ounces cream cheese cut into cubes and softened
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley divided use
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese divided use
  • 1/2 cup grated Mozzarella cheese
  • cooking spray

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Coat a 6 or 8 inch baking dish or skillet with cooking spray.
  2. Heat the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cream cheese and milk, then stir until melted.Place the shrimp in the pan and gently stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in the lemon juice.
  4. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the sour cream, 2 tablespoons of the parmesan cheese and half of the parsley.
  5. Spread the dip into an even layer in the prepared dish. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and the remaining 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese over the top. 
  6. Bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted. If you prefer a browned top, you can broil the dip for an additional 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with crackers, croutons or bread.

Nutrition Information

Calories 178kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 99mg (33%) Sodium 349mg (15%) Potassium 83mg (2%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 550IU (11%) Vitamin C 1.5mg (2%) Calcium 127mg (13%) Iron 0.6mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 178

% Daily Value*

Calories 178kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 99mg 33%
Sodium 349mg 15%
Potassium 83mg 2%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 550IU 11%
Vitamin C 1.5mg 2%
Calcium 127mg 13%
Iron 0.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.