Cheesy Hot Crab Dip Recipe

Name: Cheesy Hot Crab Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. butter; 1 shallot, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed, softened; 1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Three Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA; 1/2 cup milk; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 3 cans (6 oz. each) crabmeat, drained, flaked; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, divided; 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs; 1/2 tsp. paprika; RITZ Crackers

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. butter
1 shallot, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Three Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA
1/2 cup milk
Juice of 1/2 lemon
3 cans (6 oz. each) crabmeat, drained, flaked
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, divided
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 tsp. paprika
RITZ Crackers

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Add shallot and cook until softened, about 3 to 4 min.
4
Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 min.
5
Whisk in the Neufchatel in increments until smooth; remove from heat.
6
Add the shredded cheese in handfuls and stir to blend.
7
Stir in the milk, lemon juice, crabmeat and 2 Tbsp.
8
of the chopped parsley.
9
Pour into a 1-1/2-qt.
10
casserole
11
Mix together the panko, the remaining 2 Tbsp.
12
parsley and the paprika.
13
Sprinkle on top of dip.
14
Bake 20 min., until bubbly and hot.
15
Serve with the crackers.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. butter, 1 shallot, finely chopped, 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped, 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed, softened, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Hot Crab Dip falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Hot Crab Dip

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Variations & substitutions

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