This Cajun crawfish pasta recipe combines the flavors of spicy Cajun seasoning with creamy sauce and tender crawfish tails, creating a mouthwatering dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's a delightful mix of flavors and textures that will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound cooked crawfish tails
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the cooked crawfish tails and Cajun seasoning, cooking for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked fettuccine pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce.
- Serve the Cajun crawfish pasta hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Enjoy your spicy and creamy Cajun crawfish pasta!