Spicy Crab Fettuccine Alfredo

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Spicy Crab Fettuccine Alfredo is a luxurious dish that combines tender fettuccine with a velvety sauce featuring a hint of cayenne for a delightful kick. This pescatarian Italian recipe is perfect for seafood lovers and is sure to impress at any dinner table. With its bold flavor profile, this dish is versatile enough to be served as a main course or paired with garlic breadsticks and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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Overview

Indulge in a decadent and flavorful dish with this Spicy Creamy Crab Fettuccine Alfredo. This recipe combines tender fettuccine with a rich, creamy sauce infused with a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick. The addition of flaked crabmeat elevates this classic Italian dish, making it perfect for a special dinner or a comforting meal at home.

Diet Type

Pescatarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten, Shellfish

Cuisine

Italian

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 8 Ounces (oz) fettuccine, dried
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) butter
• 2 Cloves garlic, minced
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) all-purpose flour
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch black pepper, to taste
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) cayenne pepper
• 2 Cups half-and-half
• 1 4 Ounces (oz) cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 Cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 8 Ounces (oz) crabmeat, flaked

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and keep warm, covered.
2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes, being careful not to brown the garlic.
3. Stir in the flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Reduce the heat and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes.
4. Gradually add the half-and-half, stirring over medium heat until the mixture slightly thickens, about 3 minutes.
5. Add the cream cheese and Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring until the cheeses melt and the mixture is smooth.
6. Mix in the flaked crabmeat and continue cooking until the crabmeat is heated through, about 3 minutes.
7. Divide the fettuccine between plates or bowls and top with the creamy crab sauce. Serve immediately.

Enjoy your Spicy Creamy Crab Fettuccine Alfredo with a side of garlic breadsticks and a fresh salad for a complete meal.