Sherry's Spicy Crawfish Dip

Get ready to wow your guests with Sherry's Spicy Crawfish Dip—an irresistible combination of bold Cajun flavors and creamy indulgence that's perfect for any gathering! This crowd-pleasing appetizer features tender, succulent crawfish tails sautéed with garlic, onion, and red pepper, then folded into a luscious mixture of cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and sharp cheddar. A kick of heat from hot sauce and Cajun seasoning brings a signature Louisiana flair, while a final garnish of fresh parsley and green onions adds a pop of color and freshness. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this dip pairs beautifully with tortilla chips or crackers, making it a must-have at game days, dinner parties, or any festive occasion. Ready in just 40 minutes, this creamy, spicy crawfish dip will leave everyone begging for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 12 ounces cooked crawfish tails
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 3 pieces green onions, sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bag tortilla chips or crackers (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and red bell pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cooked crawfish tails to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and thoroughly incorporated.

Step 6

Fold the cooked crawfish mixture into the cream cheese mixture. Stir until evenly combined.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x9-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle sliced green onions and chopped fresh parsley over the top for garnish.

Step 10

Serve warm with tortilla chips or crackers for dipping, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1507.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3962.5

Total Fat 303.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 117.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1068.5mg	0%
Sodium 6992.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 214.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.5g	0%
Total Sugars 28.2g
Protein 121.7g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1596.6mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 2284.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.0%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 21.0%