Description
Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is a delightful culinary experience that brings together tender chicken and a creamy, spicy sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this dish guarantees satisfaction with every bite. The rich flavors and inviting aroma will fill your kitchen and warm your heart. Easy to make and adaptable, you can personalize it to fit your taste preferences while enjoying its comforting essence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and sear until golden brown on both sides (5-6 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted. Stir in additional Cajun seasoning to taste.
- Add cooked fettuccine and sliced chicken into the sauce, mixing well to coat. Use reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg