Description
One-Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Alfredo is a delightful fusion of rich flavors and comforting textures, perfect for busy weeknights. This dish combines tender chicken breast with fettuccine pasta, enveloped in a creamy sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a family-friendly meal that’s sure to impress at dinner gatherings or cozy nights in. The best part? Clean-up is a breeze since everything is prepared in one pot! Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping the chicken for shrimp. Get ready to enjoy a plateful of deliciousness that brings comfort and satisfaction, all while being incredibly easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Brown for 5-7 minutes; set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add pasta and remaining Cajun seasoning; cook according to package instructions (10-12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted. Return the chicken to the pot; mix well and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg