Blackened Crawfish & Spinach Alfredo Fettucine Pasta Recipe
When it comes to hearty, comforting Southern meals, you can never go wrong with a creamy, flavorful pasta dish. This Blackened Crawfish & Spinach Alfredo Fettuccine takes inspiration from classic Southern seafood recipes but elevates it with a creamy Alfredo twist.
Equipment
- 1 large stockpot
- 1 large pot
Ingredients
- 1 lb fettuccine pasta noodles
- 1 lb frozen or fresh crawfish tails
- 1 can cut spinach (drained)
- 2 jars roasted garlic Alfredo sauce
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp blackened seasoning
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp oil
Instructions
- Start by boiling a large pot of water for your fettuccine noodles. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and oil, then sauté the crawfish tails for about 5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Stir in the minced garlic, blackened seasoning, black pepper, salt, and smoked paprika. Let the spices infuse into the crawfish for 2 minutes.
- Add the drained spinach to the skillet and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the two jars of roasted garlic Alfredo sauce. Stir everything together until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Lower the heat, cover the skillet, and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes on low, allowing all the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the pasta and sauce separately so each person can add as much Alfredo as they like. This helps keep leftovers from drying out and ensures a perfectly saucy dish every time!
Notes
Serving Suggestions
This rich and creamy Blackened Crawfish & Spinach Alfredo pairs beautifully with a side of steamed or roasted veggies, cheesy garlic bread, or try it alongside my Honey & Sage Creamed Hominy recipe for a true Southern comfort feast.
This rich and creamy Blackened Crawfish & Spinach Alfredo pairs beautifully with a side of steamed or roasted veggies, cheesy garlic bread, or try it alongside my Honey & Sage Creamed Hominy recipe for a true Southern comfort feast.