Seafood Tortilla Lasagna Recipe

Name: Seafood Tortilla Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 jar (20 ounces) picante sauce; 1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1/3 cup butter, cubed; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 15 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed; 1 package (16 ounces) imitation crabmeat, flaked; 3 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese; Sour cream and minced fresh cilantro, optional

Servings: persons

1 jar (20 ounces) picante sauce
1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
15 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
1 package (16 ounces) imitation crabmeat, flaked
3 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
Sour cream and minced fresh cilantro, optional

1
Place picante sauce in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Set aside. In a large skillet cook shrimp and cayenne in oil for about 3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove and set aside.
2
In the same skillet, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Stir in cream and picante sauce; heat through.
3
Spread 1/2 cup of sauce in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with six tortillas, half of the shrimp, crab and sauce and 1-1/4 cups cheese. Repeat layers. Tear or cut remaining tortillas; arrange over cheese. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
4
Bake, uncovered, at 375u00b0 for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting. Garnish with sour cream and minced cilantro if desired.

1310

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 jar (20 ounces) picante sauce, 1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Seafood Tortilla Lasagna falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Seafood Tortilla Lasagna

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