Description
A creamy and flavorful Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo that is perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- While the pasta cooks, pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a beautiful blackened crust. Remove from the skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer, stirring constantly. Lower the heat and gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add the cooked fettuccine pasta back into the skillet, tossing to coat in the Alfredo sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Slice the blackened chicken and arrange it on top of the creamy pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and perhaps a little extra Cajun seasoning if you’re feeling adventurous!
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately after preparation.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your taste!
- Pair with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg