Oysters Rockefeller

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Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Appetizer

Keyword: baked oysters, oysters rockefeller, rockefeller oysters

Servings:

Calories: 134kcal

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Crumple a large sheet of foil and lay in a large rimmed sheet pan.
Place the shucked oysters on top crumpled foil. Nestle the oysters in the foil so they lay flat and don't lose any of the juices.
24 shucked oysters
In a small bowl, add the creamed spinach, white wine, and nutmeg. Stir to combine.
1 (8-ounce) package frozen creamed spinach, thawed, 1 tablespoon white wine, ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
In another small bowl, add the panko and melted butter. Stir to combine.
¼ cup plain panko, 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
Divide the spinach mixture between the oysters.
Sprinkle the oysters with the panko mixture and Parmesan cheese.
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Bake the oysters for 7 to 10 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Serve hot from the oven.

Substitutions

Whole oysters: You can shuck your own oysters. Here's an easy step-by-step oyster shucking lesson from the FAQs below. If you want to skip the shucking, pick up already shucked oysters at well stocked seafood counters or order them online. And cleaned and ready to use oyster half shells or these super fun stainless steel oyster shells are available too.
Frozen creamed spinach: Birdseye frozen creamed spinach or your favorite brand are also options. You can make your own creamed spinach if you've got a favorite recipe.
White wine: I use white wine because I always have a bottle on hand. Many oysters Rockefeller recipes use Pernod or absinthe. They can be used as substitutes.
Parmesan cheese: Substitutes include Pecorino Romano, Asiago, or Grano Padano.

Variations

Cheesy: Add fontina, mozzarella, or blue cheese.
Smoky: Add cooked and chopped bacon or pancetta for a touch of smokiness.
Spicy: Sprinkle with red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce to the baked oysters.
Seafood upgrade: Add a small peeled and deveined shrimp or lump of crab meat to the oysters just before baking.