Description
A creamy and spicy Cajun Chicken Alfredo featuring tender chicken seasoned with bold Cajun spices, tossed with fettuccine pasta in a rich, garlicky Alfredo sauce made from butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. This flavorful dish is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner with a zesty twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 1 lb fettuccine pasta, uncooked
Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
Sauce
- ¼ cup butter
- 2 tablespoons garlic puree
- 3 cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- â…” cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside to be added later to the sauce.
- Season and Cook Chicken: In a bowl, toss the cubed chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
- Prepare Alfredo Sauce: To the cooked chicken in the skillet, add butter and garlic puree. Stir continuously until the butter is completely melted and fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream along with salt and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer gently for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Remove the lid from the skillet and add the cooked fettuccine pasta. Stir to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. Continue cooking uncovered for 4 minutes, allowing the pasta to absorb the flavors and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese until melted and fully integrated into the sauce. Fold in chopped chives for a fresh herbal note. Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream but note the sauce will be less rich.
- You can add vegetables like sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning amount based on your spice tolerance.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melting and flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
