Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of One-Skillet Spicy Cajun Chicken Alfredo, a dish that brings together tender chicken and al dente pasta in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce with a bold Cajun twist. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. With minimal cleanup thanks to the one-skillet method, you can spend more time enjoying your meal and less time washing dishes. Customizable and versatile, you can easily swap chicken for shrimp or add your favorite vegetables. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends, this dish is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Add chicken broth and scrape up browned bits; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer gently for a few minutes.
- Add fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Slice cooked chicken and return it to the skillet along with Parmesan cheese; stir until melted and combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg