🦐🦀 Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp & Crab 🧀🍝

 

The Ultimate Creamy Seafood Lasagna Recipe – Rich, Cheesy & Restaurant-Quality

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of the sea with this irresistible Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp & Crab. Layers of tender lasagna noodles are filled with succulent shrimp, sweet crab meat, silky Alfredo sauce, and a blend of three rich cheeses, then baked until perfectly golden and bubbling. Every bite is creamy, cheesy, and packed with elegant seafood flavor—perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or whenever you want to impress your guests.

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⏱️ Recipe Information

* 🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes

* 🔥 Cook Time: 45 minutes

* ⏳ Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

* 🍽️ Servings: 8

* 🔥 Calories: Approximately 620 kcal per serving

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🛒 Ingredients

🍝 For the Lasagna

* 12 lasagna noodles

* 🦐 1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined

* 🦀 1 lb (450 g) lump crab meat

* 🧄 3 garlic cloves, minced

* 🧈 2 tbsp butter

* 🫒 1 tbsp olive oil

* 🧂 Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

* 🌿 1 tsp Italian seasoning

* 🌶️ ½ tsp paprika

* 🌿 Fresh parsley, chopped

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🧀 Cheese Filling

* 2 cups ricotta cheese

* 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

* 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

* 1 egg

* 1 tsp garlic powder

* 1 tsp dried parsley

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🥣 Homemade Alfredo Sauce

* 🧈 4 tbsp butter

* 🧄 4 garlic cloves, minced

* 🥛 2 cups heavy cream

* 🧀 1½ cups grated Parmesan cheese

* 🧂 Salt and black pepper

* 🌿 Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

🍤 Step 1 – Cook the Seafood

Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add the garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add the shrimp, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning, and cook for 2–3 minutes until just pink.

Gently fold in the crab meat and cook for another minute.

Remove from the heat and set aside.

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🥣 Step 2 – Prepare the Alfredo Sauce

In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.

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🧀 Step 3 – Prepare the Cheese Mixture

In a bowl, combine:

* Ricotta cheese

* 1 cup mozzarella

* Parmesan cheese

* Egg

* Garlic powder

* Dried parsley

Mix until smooth.

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🍝 Step 4 – Assemble the Lasagna

Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Layer in the following order:

1️⃣ Alfredo sauce

2️⃣ Lasagna noodles

3️⃣ Ricotta cheese mixture

4️⃣ Shrimp and crab mixture

5️⃣ Alfredo sauce

6️⃣ Mozzarella cheese

Repeat until all ingredients are used.

Finish with a generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

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🔥 Step 5 – Bake

Cover with aluminum foil.

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35 minutes.

Remove the foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes until the cheese is beautifully golden and bubbling.

Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

This luxurious seafood lasagna pairs perfectly with:

🥖 Garlic Bread

🥗 Caesar Salad

🍷 White Wine

🌿 Roasted Asparagus

🍋 Lemon Butter Vegetables

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💡 Chef’s Tips

✨ Use fresh seafood whenever possible for the best flavor.

✨ Do not overcook the shrimp—they will finish cooking in the oven.

✨ Let the lasagna rest before cutting for clean, beautiful slices.

✨ Add spinach or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.

✨ Prepare it one day ahead—the flavors become even richer overnight.

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🥗 Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)

* 🔥 Calories: 620 kcal

* 💪 Protein: 42 g

* 🍝 Carbohydrates: 35 g

* 🧈 Fat: 34 g

* 🦐 Rich in Omega-3 & Calcium

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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Ultra creamy Alfredo sauce

✅ Loaded with shrimp and crab

✅ Three kinds of melted cheese

✅ Perfect for holidays and special occasions

✅ Restaurant-quality results at home

✅ Easy to prepare ahead of time