Description
Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender, spice-kissed chicken with a creamy, rich Alfredo sauce over fettuccine. This flavorful fusion brings excitement to your dinner table, making it perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. With its quick preparation and bold flavors, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts generously with Cajun seasoning on both sides. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In another pan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in grated Parmesan until melted. Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and place sliced chicken on top.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (360g)
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 43g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg