Cheesy Baked Shrimp Fricassee

Name: Cheesy Baked Shrimp Fricassee
Prep time: 60 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 2 lbs (1 kg) peeled and deveined shrimp; salt and black pepper, to taste; juice of 1 lemon; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, grated; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tomatoes, peeled and diced; fresh parsley and chives, chopped, to taste; 14 oz (400 g) crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce; 7 fl oz (200 ml) heavy cream; 1 can (10 oz / 285 g) corn kernels, drained; grated Parmesan cheese, to taste; 14 oz (400 g) cream cheese, softened; 9 oz (250 g) fresh mozzarella, sliced; potato chips or shoestring fries, for serving

By Marie Lefebvre · Updated November 4, 2026

This indulgent baked shrimp fricassee layers tender seasoned shrimp in a rich tomato sauce, topped with a velvety corn cream and finished with golden, bubbly mozzarella straight from the oven. Inspired by Brazilian comfort food, it's the ultimate crowd-pleaser that's both impressive and surprisingly simple to make. Serve it hot with fluffy white rice and crunchy potato chips for a truly satisfying meal.

Prep⏱️ 60 min

Servings👥 8 servings

Difficulty📊 Easy

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🛒 Ingredients

8 servings

2 lbs (1 kg) peeled and deveined shrimp
salt and black pepper, to taste
juice of 1 lemon
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, grated
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tomatoes, peeled and diced
fresh parsley and chives, chopped, to taste
14 oz (400 g) crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
7 fl oz (200 ml) heavy cream
1 can (10 oz / 285 g) corn kernels, drained
grated Parmesan cheese, to taste
14 oz (400 g) cream cheese, softened
9 oz (250 g) fresh mozzarella, sliced
potato chips or shoestring fries, for serving

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Directions

1
Rinse the shrimp and season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the grated onion until soft and translucent.
3
Add the minced garlic, diced tomatoes, parsley, and chives. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Stir in the shrimp and crushed tomatoes. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Set aside.
5
Blend the drained corn with the heavy cream and grated Parmesan until completely smooth.
6
Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C). Spread the cream cheese evenly across the bottom of a baking dish and top with the shrimp mixture.
7
Pour the corn cream over the top and cover with sliced mozzarella.
8
Bake for 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
9
Serve hot with white rice and crunchy potato chips on the side.

💡 Chef's Tip

Add a pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes to the shrimp marinade for an extra kick. Cream cheese can be swapped for ricotta for a lighter, more delicate version.