Description
Cajun Chicken Alfredo is a mouthwatering dish that combines creamy Alfredo sauce with perfectly seasoned chicken, delivering a delightful kick of spice. This easy-to-make recipe is not only a crowd-pleaser but also perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. The vibrant colors and rich flavors promise to impress your family and friends, making it a staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping garlic and slicing chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken seasoned with Cajun seasoning and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring; let simmer and add Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing well to coat. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Cajun/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg