Name: Creamy Cajun Seafood Boil Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: SOUTHERN | CAJUN
Ingredients: 12 oz linguine or fettuccine; 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 cup lump crab meat; 4–6 tablespoons seafood boil sauce (garlic butter style); 3 cloves garlic, minced; ½ cup heavy cream (optional for creamy version); ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning (optional); Salt and black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

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If you love a classic seafood boil, this Seafood Boil Pasta is about to become your new favorite comfort dinner. It’s everything you crave — buttery garlic sauce, bold Cajun flavor, tender shrimp, sweet crab, and perfectly cooked pasta — all tossed together in one irresistible skillet.

This recipe is perfect for:

Using leftover seafood boil sauce
A cozy weekend dinner
Impressing guests without complicated steps

It’s rich, flavorful, and surprisingly easy.

Creamy Cajun seafood boil pasta with shrimp and crab in garlic butter sauce served in skillet — This creamy Cajun seafood boil pasta is packed with shrimp, crab, and bold garlic butter flavor for an easy Southern-inspired dinner.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Ready in about 30 minutes
Uses simple pantry ingredients
Customizable (make it creamy or keep it light)
Feels fancy but is weeknight-friendly

Ingredients

12 oz linguine or fettuccine
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup lump crab meat
4–6 tablespoons seafood boil sauce (garlic butter style)
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup heavy cream (optional for creamy version)
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning (optional boost)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon wedges for serving

How to Make Seafood Boil Pasta

1. Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.

2. Cook the Shrimp

In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons seafood boil sauce.
Add shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.

3. Build the Sauce

In the same skillet:

Add remaining seafood boil sauce
Stir in garlic
Add heavy cream (if using)
Simmer 2–3 minutes

Add Parmesan and stir until melted. If needed, loosen with reserved pasta water.

Garlic butter seafood boil sauce simmering in skillet with minced garlic and Cajun seasoning — Making rich garlic butter seafood boil sauce with Cajun seasoning and fresh garlic.

4. Toss Everything Together

Add:

Cooked pasta
Shrimp
Crab meat
Lemon juice

Gently toss until coated and heated through.

5. Finish & Serve

Top with parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve with lemon wedges.

Creamy vs. Classic Version

Classic Garlic Butter Style:
Skip the cream and use pasta water for a glossy, lighter sauce.

Creamy Cajun Version:
Add cream and a little extra Cajun seasoning for a richer Southern-style pasta.

Tips for the Best Flavor

Don’t overcook shrimp — they cook fast.
Use fresh lemon juice to brighten the rich butter sauce.
Add corn kernels or sliced smoked sausage for a true seafood boil twist.
Want heat? Add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.

Storage & Reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of cream or broth to loosen the sauce.

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Make It a Meal

Serve with:

Crusty sourdough bread
A simple green salad
Roasted asparagus

This Seafood Boil Pasta brings all the bold, buttery flavors of a Southern seafood feast into a cozy pasta dinner. It’s comforting, impressive, and completely crave-worthy.