Creamy Cajun King Crab Leg Pasta – A Luxurious Seafood Delight

This Creamy Cajun King Crab Leg Pasta is your new favorite comfort luxury meal!Loaded with buttery king crab meat, tossed in a garlic-parmesan cream sauce, and finished with Cajun heat—it’s chef’s kiss!Perfect for date night or when you’re feelin’ fancy.

Creamy Cajun King Crab Leg Pasta

Indulge in luxury with this Creamy Cajun King Crab Leg Pasta – a rich, buttery, and flavor-packed seafood dish that feels like a five-star meal at home. Made with succulent king crab meat, fresh garlic, wine, cream, and Cajun spices, this pasta is pure decadence. Whether you’re celebrating or just craving something special, this recipe is an unforgettable treat.

🛒 Ingredients

🦀 For the Cajun King Crab:

• 1 lb king crab legs (meat removed)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp garlic butter
• ¼ cup dry white wine
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• ¼ cup onion, finely chopped
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ¼ tsp black pepper

🍝 For the Creamy Pasta Sauce:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp garlic butter
• 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste

🍝 For the Pasta:

• 8 oz fettuccine or linguine, cooked al dente

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the King Crab:

• Carefully remove the meat from the king crab legs and set aside.

2. Sauté the Crab Meat:

• In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and garlic butter.
• Stir in minced garlic and chopped onions. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
• Add white wine and let it simmer for 1 minute.
• Gently stir in the crab meat and squeeze in the juice of one lemon.
• Season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
• Let it simmer for no more than 2 minutes, then remove from heat and set aside.

3. Make the Cream Sauce:

• In a separate skillet, melt olive oil and garlic butter over medium heat.
• Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
• Add Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, stirring until fully melted and creamy.
• Season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and adjust salt and pepper to taste.

4. Combine Pasta & Sauce:

• Add the cooked pasta to the cream sauce.
• Toss until the noodles are fully coated and the sauce thickens slightly.

5. Finish & Serve:

• Plate the creamy pasta and top generously with the sautéed king crab meat.
• Garnish with chopped parsley, lemon zest, or extra Cajun spice (optional).
• Serve hot and enjoy this rich, buttery seafood masterpiece.

⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes

⏰ Cook Time: 20 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2–3
🌶 Spice Level: Mild to Medium

💡 Pro Tips:

• Don’t overcook the crab meat! It’s already cooked when you buy it—just warm it through.
• White wine adds depth, but you can substitute with seafood stock or chicken broth if desired.
• Use fresh lemon juice for that perfect citrus balance against the creamy sauce.