Creamy Crawfish Pasta
Dive into the bold flavors of the South with this irresistible Creamy Crawfish Pasta, a rich and indulgent dish that brings together succulent crawfish tails, smoky Cajun seasoning, and vibrant aromatics like onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Tossed in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce, this perfect combination of fettuccine and seafood packs a flavorful punch with hints of smoked paprika and a touch of heat from optional red pepper flakes. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy yet elegant recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a stunning plate that’s bursting with Louisiana-inspired charm. Perfect for seafood pasta lovers and fans of Cajun cuisine, this dish will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 pieces celery stalks, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb crawfish tails, cooked and peeled
- 1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the crawfish tails to the skillet and season with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring well to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and let cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Creamy Crawfish Pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4276 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 259.2 g | 332% | |
| Saturated Fat | 143.7 g | 718% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1298 mg | 433% | |
| Sodium | 6840 mg | 297% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 294.9 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.8 g | ||
| Protein | 160.1 g | 320% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1378 mg | 106% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2989 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
