Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo: An Indulgent Comfort Meal
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo, a perfect blend of spices and creamy sauce that embodies comfort food at its finest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning on both sides.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook chicken until blackened and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce and mix well.
- Slice the blackened chicken and place on top of the pasta. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more Cajun seasoning to the sauce.
- Feel free to substitute pasta with your choice of noodle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo, comfort food, indulgent meals