Spicy Crawfish Alfredo Lasagna
This Spicy Crawfish Alfredo Lasagna is a rich, creamy, and spicy Cajun-inspired dish that combines crawfish, Alfredo sauce, and layers of cheesy goodness!
Ingredients
For the Crawfish Alfredo Sauce:
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ cup onion, finely chopped
• ½ cup bell pepper, finely chopped (red or green)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound crawfish tails (peeled and cooked)
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for extra spice)
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken or seafood broth
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• ½ cup cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Lasagna Layers:
• 9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• ½ cup ricotta or cottage cheese (optional for extra creaminess)
For Garnish:
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Crawfish Alfredo Sauce
1. In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Sauté until soft (about 3-4 minutes).
3. Stir in the crawfish tails, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and broth, stirring well. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
5. Add Parmesan cheese and cream cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. Stir in fresh parsley, then remove from heat.
Step 2: Assemble the Lasagna
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Spread a thin layer of the crawfish Alfredo sauce on the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
3. Layer 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce.
4. Spread â…“ of the remaining Alfredo sauce over the noodles.
5. Sprinkle a layer of mozzarella, Monterey Jack, and ricotta/cottage cheese (if using).
6. Repeat the layers twice more, finishing with cheese on top.
Step 3: Bake the Lasagna
1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
2. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
3. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Step 4: Garnish & Serve
• Sprinkle with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes before serving.
• Enjoy with garlic bread or a side salad!
Tips & Variations:
• Extra Seafood: Add shrimp or crab meat for more seafood flavor.
• Spicier Version: Increase Cajun seasoning or add hot sauce.
• Vegetable Add-ins: Add spinach or mushrooms for extra texture.
Enjoy this spicy, creamy, and cheesy Cajun lasagna! Let me know if you need any adjustments.