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Cajun Chicken Alfredo

Creamy Cajun Chicken Alfredo: Flavorful Comfort in Minutes

Savor the rich flavors of Cajun Chicken Alfredo in a quick and comforting dish that's perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless chicken breasts or chicken thighs for richer flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning to taste
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
For the Alfredo Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 for cooking chicken, 2 for sauce
  • 8 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 12 ounces Parmesan cheese grated
For the Pasta
  • 16 ounces fettuccine or whole wheat/gluten-free pasta
For the Garnish
  • 1 handful fresh parsley minced

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Pot
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and kosher salt on both sides. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Once sizzling, add the chicken and sear for about 5-6 minutes on each side until it reaches 165°F. Remove from skillet and let rest.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add fettuccine and cook for about 2-3 minutes less than package instructions for al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 cup of chicken broth over medium heat. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Reduce heat to low, stir in 1 cup of heavy whipping cream, and gradually add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and thickened. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Add cooked fettuccine, reserved pasta water, and minced parsley to the sauce. Toss until pasta is evenly coated. Slice rested chicken and arrange on top of pasta. Garnish with extra parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of chicken broth/cream as needed.

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