15 Seafood Dinners for Christmas Eve
Planning a seafood-filled Christmas Eve? Whether you're embracing the Feast of the Seven Fishes or simply adding a few elegant ocean-inspired dishes to your holiday table, these cozy, crowd-pleasing recipes are perfect for gathering loved ones.
Seafood dinners for Christmas Eve are a beautiful tradition in many homes, especially for those honoring the Italian-American Feast of the Seven Fishes.
While my list of delicious seafood recipes isn't a strict interpretation of that fun custom, it offers a mix of classic and creative seafood dishes that bring plenty of festive flavor to your holiday table. You'll be able to mix and match several fish options from this list alone!
Whether you're going all-in on a multi-course meal or just want some easy fishy appetizers for a delicious start to the evening, I've got you covered.
Crab Cakes with Spicy Remoulade Sauce
Keep things easy and bake up a pan of frozen crab cakes and serve them with my homemade spicy remoulade sauce. They can work well either as an appetizer or a main course if served over a bed of salad greens.
Macadamia Crusted Halibut
My easy macadamia halibut is coated in those delicious buttery nuts for a dish that feels rich and celebratory. You can prep it ahead of time and then just bake it before dinner.
Baked Shrimp Scampi with Breadcrumbs
Garlicky, buttery, baked shrimp scampi with breadcrumbs is baked in a skillet and is a Christmas Eve classic that looks fancy but comes together fast. You can prep the topping in advance for quick assembly later.
Make Ahead Hot Crab Dip
Creamy and cheesy, my make ahead hot crab dip is a guaranteed hit at a holiday party. Make it ahead and refrigerate, then just pop it in the oven before guests arrive.
Seasoned Boiled Shrimp
With just 3 ingredients this seasoned boiled shrimp is endlessly versatile. You can serve it as a chilled appetizer platter with cocktail sauce or use them to top a pasta dish.
Easy Cheesy Crab Melts
Pop these easy cheesy crab melts under the broiler and then once they are golden brown and bubbling you can serve them whole as an entree or slice them in quarters for a small bite to add to an appetizer spread.
Frozen Shrimp in Air Fryer
Another useful shrimp recipe you can use in countless dishes is my versatile frozen shrimp cooked in an air fryer. You can season it perfectly for matching your main dish or leave it simple and herby for serving with a dip. They are delicious hot or cold.
Easy Dipping Sauce Recipes for Shrimp
Pair any of my shrimp recipes with one of these delicious shrimp dipping sauces. Better yet, mix up a couple so your guests have options for dunking!
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Broiled Mustard Glazed Salmon
I love to serve this broiled mustard glazed salmon over a bed of salad greens or alongside this easy citrus salad as a main dish.
Oven Baked Salmon
Simple and flaky, my oven baked salmon is a foolproof recipe for feeding a crowd without stress. Season and prep it in advance, you can just slide it into the oven when you're ready for dinner. I like to bake individual fillets but this recipe would work with a whole salmon fillet, too.
Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet
My decadent garlic butter shrimp skillet has a rich white wine and butter sauce that is just begging to be sopped up with crusty bread. You could serve it over pasta as an entree or roll your sleeves up for an awesome appetizer.
Baked Fish with Breadcrumbs
This classic baked fish with breadcrumbs would make the perfect cozy main dish for a holiday meal when paired with the right side dishes.
Slowcooker Jambalaya with Rice
Add a little southern flair to your menu with this easy slowcooker jambalaya with rice. A bold and spicy dish packed with shrimp, sausage, and chicken is a delicious holiday meal all-in-one.
Homemade Tartar Sauce
Tangy homemade tartar sauce is so much better than store-bough and is a must-have if you're planning fried or baked fish. Be sure to prep it a day in advance so the flavors meld in the fridge.
Easy Lemon Cream Sauce
This bright and luscious lemon cream sauce brings a fresh pop of flavor to any seafood dish. You can prep it ahead and reheat it gently just before drizzling over your dish.
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