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Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo

Bold Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo That Comforts & Delights

Enjoy the bold flavors of Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo, a creamy and spicy delight perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Mafaldine or Fettuccine Noodles Substitute with linguine if needed.
For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts Can be swapped with turkey or tofu.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with vegetable or avocado oil.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Blackened Seasoning Use a pre-made blend or adjust to taste.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted is best.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced) Adjust based on preference.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
  • 1 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese May replace with nutritional yeast for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
Optional for Serving
  • 1 loaf Garlic Bread, Texas Toast, or Garlic Knots Perfect accompaniments.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Gently pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of 1/4 inch, coat with olive oil and sprinkle with blackened seasoning.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes, flip and add butter and garlic, cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic, sauté for 1 minute, pour in cream, add seasoning, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until thick.
  4. Cook the Pasta: Cook the noodles until al dente, reserve 1/3 cup pasta water before draining.
  5. Combine Sauce and Pasta: Stir in Parmesan cheese, adjust seasoning, add pasta water, mix well, fold in the cooked pasta.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Slice the chicken, place on top of pasta, sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, serve warm with garlic bread or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is pounded evenly for consistent cooking. Reserve pasta water for best sauce consistency.

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