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Close-up of creamy crawfish fettuccine tossed with plump crawfish tails and garnished with chopped green onions and parsley.

Crawfish Fettuccine

This rich and creamy Crawfish Fettuccine is a Southern-style baked pasta dish loaded with tender crawfish tails, sautéed vegetables, and a cheesy, Cajun-spiced sauce. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings, this comforting casserole brings bold Louisiana flavor to every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Cajun, Creole, Southern Cooking
Servings 10
Calories 580 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • 9 X 13 Inch Baking Dish disposable is fine!
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • knife and cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs peeled crawfish tails
  • 1 tsp liquid crawfish boil
  • 1 tbsp Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 2 sticks of butter
  • 1 large onion finely diced
  • 1 large bell pepper finely diced
  • 2 ribs celery finely chopped
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chiles)
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken soup
  • 14.5 oz can chicken broth
  • 1 pint heavy cream
  • 1 lb Velveeta cheese cubed
  • 1 lb cooked fettuccine noodles

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine crawfish tails with garlic salt, Tony’s seasoning, and liquid crawfish boil. Stir gently to coat. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until vegetables are softened and onions are translucent (about 7-10 minutes).
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add Rotel, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, heavy cream, and Velveeta to the skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Stir in the seasoned crawfish and gently mix to combine. Simmer for 3-5 minutes to blend flavors.
  • Place the cooked fettuccine noodles in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour the crawfish sauce over the pasta. Stir gently to combine and coat the noodles evenly.
  • Bake uncovered at 350°F for 25 minutes or until bubbly and heated through.
  • Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to set slightly.

Notes

Nutritional values provided are estimates only and are calculated based on general nutritional data for the listed ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on the specific brands, measurements, and preparation methods used. For precise dietary information, please consult a registered dietitian or use a verified nutrition calculator with the exact ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 28gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 1120mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.6mg
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