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The 10-Minute “Free Will” Meal I Make When My Husband's Away
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5.0 (240)|(2 Reviews)Warm tortilla chips layered with sweet lump crab meat, melted sharp cheddar, Old Bay seasoning, and hot sauce.
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By Micah Siva, RD (Recipe Developer)•Published May 6, 2026
⏱ 10 mins
Simply Recipes / Micah Siva, RD🔥 440 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Ready in 10 minutes using the toaster oven.
- Combines Maryland crab dip flavor with crunchy nachos.
SOLO INDULGENCE
The 10-Minute “Free Will” Meal I Make When My Husband's Away
When you have the house to yourself, dinner is whatever makes you happy. Crispy tortilla chips smothered in melted cheddar and sweet lump blue crab meat, dusted with Old Bay seasoning and drizzled with hot sauce. Difficulty: Super Easy.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Total Time10 mins
Servings1 servings
Scale Recipe:
📱Keep Screen Awake While Cooking
Ingredients
- 2 large handfuls sturdy restaurant tortilla chips
- 4 oz lump crab meat, picked over for shells
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning & 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- Sriracha or hot sauce & lemon wedges for serving
Directions
1
Layer chips and crab
Spread chips on a baking sheet. Scatter crab meat and cheddar cheese evenly over chips. Dust with Old Bay.
2
Broil until melted
Broil for 3–4 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.
3
Garnish and enjoy
Drizzle with hot sauce, scatter dill, and squeeze fresh lemon over top.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Watch the broiler closely—chips can brown quickly.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories440 kcal
Protein32g
Carbs30g
Total Fat22g
Sodium: 720mg
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
