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crab legs in oven

Baked Crab Legs

Sweet crab legs brushed with garlic-infused buttery seasoning and baked until warm and glossy.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

Crab Legs

  • 2 pounds crab legs thawed

Seasoned Butter

  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 0.5 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Arrange crab legs in a single layer on the prepared sheet.

Seasoning

  • In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter then whisk in Old Bay Seasoning and lemon juice until glossy.
  • Brush each leg with the seasoned butter and pour any leftover onto the foil.

Baking

  • Bake for 15 minutes, until butter bubbles around the edges and shells feel warm.

Notes

Pat crab legs dry before brushing to ensure a crisp shell.
Reheat leftovers at 300°F for 8–10 minutes, covered lightly with foil.
Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1legCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 1g
Keyword baked crab legs, crab legs in oven, garlic butter, Old Bay, seafood
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