Scalloped Oysters

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Add a seafood twist to a traditional casserole with this tasty Scalloped Oysters recipe! Oysters are baked with a creamy filling and a crispy, buttery topping made up of Ritz crackers and breadcrumbs. It makes a unique dish that...

Add a seafood twist to a traditional casserole with this tasty Scalloped Oysters recipe! Oysters are baked with a creamy filling and a crispy, buttery topping made up of Ritz crackers and breadcrumbs. It makes a unique dish that everyone will devour!

Scalloped oysters in a casserole dish with a serving spoon.
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Why We Love This Scalloped Oysters Recipe

This super simple oyster casserole utilizes pantry staples (canned oysters, Ritz crackers, Panko breadcrumbs, dried spices, and Worcestershire sauce) to create a simple and flavorful appetizer or main!

Variations on Oyster Casserole

You can use any type of cracker to create the topping for these scalloped oysters, so feel free to get creative. Regular or Italian breadcrumbs also work well if you can’t find Panko. And the savory sauce can be made with half-and-half if heavy cream isn’t available.

Spoon digging into a dish of oysters with a cracker topping.

How to Store and Reheat 

Store leftover scalloped oysters tightly covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 20-30 minutes, or until warmed through.

How to Freeze 

Freeze scalloped oysters tightly wrapped in 2 layers of plastic wrap and 1 layer of aluminum foil for up to 3 months. Reheat directly from frozen for about 1 hour, or until warmed through.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this tasty oyster casserole with easy mashed potatoes, sauteed carrots, potato pancakes, roasted vegetables, or green beans with bacon.

Oyster casserole is a dish.

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Scalloped Oysters Recipe

Crispy, creamy, and perfectly simple, this oyster casserole is sure to be a hit!
Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 250kcal

Ingredients

cups crushed Ritz crackers½ cup Panko breadcrumbs6 tablespoons unsalted butter (¾ stick)½ teaspoon kosher salt¼ teaspoon onion powder¼ teaspoon garlic powder¼ teaspoon lemon zest? teaspoon ground cayenne pepper16 ounces canned shucked oysters (2 cans)1 cup heavy cream½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauceChopped fresh parsley optional, for servingLemon wedges optional, for serving

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
The ingredients for a recipe for oysters on the half shell.
In a dish, combine the crushed crackers, breadcrumbs, butter, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, lemon zest, and cayenne pepper.
1½ cups crushed Ritz crackers, ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs, 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon lemon zest, ? teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
A bowl of granola with a spoon in it.
Layer ? of the cracker mixture in the bottom of a greased casserole dish.
Layer half of the oysters over the crackers.
16 ounces canned shucked oysters
A white bowl filled with clams and rice.
Continue to layer with another ? of the crackers, and the remaining oysters.
Top with the remaining cracker crumbs.
Combine the heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce, and pour this over the top.
1 cup heavy cream, ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
A bowl of greens and cheese being poured into a bowl.
Bake for 30-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Top with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Chopped fresh parsley, Lemon wedges
A casserole dish with a lemon wedge on it.

Notes

Nutritional information does not include optional ingredients. Storage: Store scalloped oysters tightly wrapped with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 291mg | Potassium: 66mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 716IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 1mg

How to Make Scalloped Oysters Step by Step

Make the Topping: Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a dish, combine 1½ cups of crushed Ritz crackers, ½ cup of Panko breadcrumbs, 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon of onion powder, ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon of lemon zest, and ? teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper.

Breadcrumb and cracker mixture in a bowl with a spoon.

Layer the Casserole: Layer ? of the cracker mixture in the bottom of a greased casserole dish, then layer 8 ounces (1 can) of oysters over the crackers. Continue to layer with another ? of the crackers and the remaining 8 ounces (1 can) of oysters. Top with the remaining cracker crumbs.

Cracker topping and oysters layered into a casserole dish.

Top with the Sauce: Combine 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and pour this over the top.

Pouring a creamy liquid into a casserole.

Bake the Casserole: Bake for 30-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling. Top with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

A casserole dish with scalloped oysters.

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