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Creamy Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Creamy Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta

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A delicious blend of creamy Alfredo sauce and zesty Cajun spices, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 30

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to garnish Fresh parsley, chopped
  • to taste red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  • Start by cooking the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • While the pasta cooks, season the sliced chicken breast with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and let the sauce thicken for about 3-5 minutes.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix until well combined. Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together until the pasta is coated with the creamy sauce.
  • Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 20

Nutrition

  • Calories: 650
  • Fat: 35g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Protein: 40g