Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo! This dish features perfectly seasoned chicken enveloped in a velvety Alfredo sauce, creating a delightful balance of spice and creaminess. Ideal for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and promises to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts generously with Cajun seasoning on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly until slightly thickened.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Boil fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Toss the pasta with the creamy sauce and sliced chicken; add reserved water for desired consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg