Cajun Shrimp Alfredo Lasagna (Print)

Creamy layers of lasagna, Cajun shrimp, peppers, and cheese create a bold, comforting Southern-inspired main dish.

# Components:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Pasta

02 - 12 oven-ready lasagna noodles

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

07 - 2 cups heavy cream
08 - 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Sauces & Seasonings

11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 1 ½ tablespoons Cajun seasoning
13 - ½ teaspoon salt
14 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
15 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
16 - ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning and sauté for 2–3 minutes until just pink. Remove shrimp to a plate and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add butter. Sauté the chopped onion and diced bell peppers for 4–5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
04 - Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, ¾ cup of Parmesan cheese, the remaining Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
05 - Assemble the lasagna in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of the prepared sauce on the bottom of the dish. Arrange 3–4 lasagna noodles over the sauce. Top with a layer of sauce, a portion of the cooked shrimp, and a sprinkle of chopped parsley. Repeat these layers, finishing with a final layer of noodles, sauce, and the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
06 - Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10–15 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
07 - Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple ingredients from your local store for a restaurant-worthy meal
  • Brings together the familiar comfort of lasagna with lively Southern flavors
  • Crowd-pleaser that disappears fast at family gatherings or potlucks
  • Ready in about an hour and fifteen minutes for easy weeknight entertaining
02 -
  • Packed with protein and calcium for a filling meal
  • Layers reheat surprisingly well so leftovers taste just as great
  • Can easily adapt to different levels of spice depending on your Cajun seasoning
03 -
  • Do not overcook the shrimp or they become rubbery pull them off the heat as soon as they turn pink
  • Letting the lasagna rest before slicing keeps the layers neat and clean
  • Grate your cheeses fresh for the best melting and boldest flavor

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