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Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta

A delightful fusion of Creole flavors and creamy Italian comfort, Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich Alfredo sauce infused with zesty Cajun seasoning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Italian
Calories: 700
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz Fettuccine pasta (or penne, rotini, or linguine)
  • 2 cups salted water (for boiling the pasta)
Chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into thin strips or bite-size pieces
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (store bought is fine)
  • Salt and black pepper (to season the chicken)
Sauce
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (pre-grated works but freshly grated melts smoother)
  • Optional: squeeze of lemon, chopped parsley, red pepper flakes (for extra flavor and garnish)

Method
 

Prepare the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook until just al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Reserve about 1 cup of the cooking water before draining.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Season your chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add a splash of oil and fry the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes.
Make the Sauce
  1. Reduce heat to medium, remove the chicken from the skillet, and add the butter until melted.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer for a couple of minutes.
Finish the Dish
  1. Gradually sprinkle in Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted and smooth.
  2. Return the cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet and toss until well coated. Adjust with reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.

Notes

For a healthier version, use whole wheat pasta and replace heavy cream with Greek yogurt mixed with chicken broth. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.