Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

If you’re craving something luxurious yet surprisingly simple to prepare, this Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon will blow you away. Tender, flaky salmon fillets are butterflied and filled with a rich, creamy seafood stuffing made of shrimp, crab, cream cheese, and herbs—then baked until golden and juicy. It’s the kind of dish that looks restaurant-worthy, but you can easily make it at home in under an hour!

The first time I served this for a dinner party, jaws dropped when I brought it to the table. It’s rich, indulgent, and downright unforgettable—yet so approachable you’ll wonder why you haven’t been making it all along.

Why You’ll Love Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

• 🐟 Restaurant-quality seafood dinner made at home.
• 🦀🦐 Rich filling packed with shrimp, crab, and cream cheese.
• ⏱️ Quick prep—ready in about 40 minutes.
• 💵 Cheaper than eating out, but tastes just as decadent.
• 🎉 Perfect for holidays, date nights, or special occasions.

Ingredients You’ll Need 🛒

• 1 large salmon fillet, butterflied
• ½ lb cooked shrimp, chopped
• ½ lb lump crab meat
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)

Tools You’ll Need

• Sharp knife (for butterflying salmon)
• Mixing bowl
• Baking dish or sheet pan
• Pastry brush

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat oven – Set to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Make stuffing – In a bowl, mix shrimp, crab, cream cheese, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper until combined.
3. Prepare salmon – Place salmon fillet on a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to butterfly it (cut lengthwise but not all the way through).
4. Stuff salmon – Spread seafood mixture evenly inside, then fold salmon over to enclose.
5. Brush & bake – Brush top with olive oil. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork and filling is hot and golden.
6. Serve – Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley.

Serving Suggestions

• Pair with garlic butter asparagus or roasted green beans.
• Serve over a bed of wild rice or couscous.
• Add a side salad with citrus vinaigrette for brightness.

Storage & Reheating

• Fridge: Store in airtight container up to 2 days.
• Reheat: Warm gently in oven at 325°F until heated through.
• Freezer: Not recommended (cream cheese filling may separate).

Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)

• Calories: 430
• Protein: 42g
• Carbs: 6g
• Fat: 26g