Cheesy Crab Rangoon Casserole

By Alison Wood

Updated 04.15.2026

Cheesy Crab Rangoon Casserole

Crab rangoon is a fave comfort food of foodies!

We took that comfort food love and created crab rangoon egg rolls.

They were a hit — a VIRAL hit!

And we got a tad bit adventurous and whipped up some Crab Rangoon Taquitos with Raspberry Salsa.

So. Crazy. Yummy.

So we got a little bit crazier and created — wait for it — Cheesy Crab Rangoon Casserole.

This recipe is packed with fresh ingredients so you feel good when dig into this cheesy, hearty, crab rangoon lover’s casserole!

Don’t worry — we added the fresh green onions that true crab rangoon fans crave!

crab rangoon casserole

Here’s a super busy family hint for this recipe: if you’re in a crazy BIG hurry, you can change up this dish to fit your time-saving meal needs.

Time-saving Crab Rangoon Casserole Tips

Skip baking the Crab Rangoon Casserole.

Toss all ingredients into a skillet and combine with cooked noodles.

Heat and stir until everything is warm and bubbly.

Serve!

crab rangoon casserole recipe

Skip the topping on the Crab Rangoon Casserole.

Just cook on your stove and skip the topping.

easy cheesy crab rangoon casserole recipe

Psst! These time-saving tips should only be used in emergencies…;0)

Why?

Because a baked casserole with a crunchy topping is the KING of ultimate comfort foods!

P.S. — Some readers said they DOUBLED the topping for additional crunch. I think I’ll do that too!

crab rangoon casserole in white baking dish

Ingredients Needed for Crab Rangoon Casserole:

Easy, Cheesy, Crab Rangoon recipe that comfort foodies love!

Casserole Ingredient #1: Cream cheese.

This makes the casserole extra creamy!

Casserole Ingredient #2: Butter.

You’ll need some for the filling and topping.

melting butter for crab rangoon casserole

Casserole Ingredient #3: Shredded Parmesan Cheese.

This version of parmesan is way better than the “shaker type” of parmesan cheese.

Casserole Ingredient #4: Noodles.

We used no yolk noodles, but you can use Penne pasta, spiral noodles, or bowtie pasta!

boiling noodles for crab rangoon casserole

Casserole Ingredient #5: Green onions

This adds a fun flavor and aa pop of color!

chopping onions for crab rangoon casserole

Casserole Ingredient #6: Crab Meat.

You can use freshly canned or imitation.

Both make a hearty casserole!

baked crab rangoon casserole

How to Make Crab Rangoon Casserole

  • Cook noodles according to package directions.
  • Mix all filling ingredients together until incorporated.
making the mixture for crab rangoon casserole
  • For the make the sauce, melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
  • Slowly add flour and cook for a minute or two.
  • Slowly stirring constantly add milk. Keep stirring until sauce thickens.
  • Place noodles in a greased 9×13 baking pan.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture over noodles.
  • Then pour sauce on top.
pouring sauce over noodles for crab rangoon casserole
  • Add an additional layer of noodles, then the cream cheese mixture and pour the sauce over that layer.
  • Cover with foil and bake in oven for 30 minutes.
  • While casserole is baking, combine parmesan cheese, panko crumbs, and butter in a small bowl.
topping for crab rangoon casserole
  • Remove foil and sprinkle with topping.
  • Set the oven to broil.
  • Place casserole under broiler for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
serving the crab rangoon casserole

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Crab Rangoon Casserole Recipe

Easy Crab Rangoon Casserole

4.4 from 379 reviews

This easy, crab rangoon casserole is incredibly cheesy and packed with crab and all the flavors that crab rangoon fans love!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 16 ounces package cream cheese, softened
  • 30 ounces package imitation crab, you can also use the real deal
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onion
  • 2 tsps worsheshire sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 16 ounces egg noodles or penne pasta, cooked according package directions
  • FOR THE SAUCE:
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • FOR THE TOPPING:
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Cook noodles according to package directions.
  2. Mix all filling ingredients together until incorporated.
  3. To make the sauce, melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
  4. Add flour and cook for a minute or two. Slowly stirring constantly add milk. Keep stirring until sauce thickens.
  5. Place noodles in a 9×13 baking pan.
  6. Spread cream cheee mixture over noodles. Then pour sauce on top.
  7. Add an additional layer of noodles, then the cream cheese mixture and pour the sauce over that layer.
  8. Cover with foil and bake in a 350* oven for 30 minutes.
  9. While casserole is baking, combine parmesan cheese, panko crumbs, and butter in a small bowl.
  10. Remove foil and sprinkle with topping.
  11. Set the oven to broil.
  12. Place casserole under broiler for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Author: Alison Wood
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Inactive Time: 0 hours
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 grams
  • Calories: 352
  • Sugar: 9
  • Sodium: 871
  • Fat: 23
  • Saturated Fat: 14
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 24
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 13
  • Cholesterol: 93