Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, a delicious fusion of Cajun and Italian cuisine. Tender chicken, perfectly seasoned and served over creamy, cheesy fettuccine, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Fettuccine Alfredo:
- 1 lb fettuccine pasta
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Cajun Chicken:
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (divided)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil fettuccine until al dente, then drain and set aside, reserving pasta water.
- Season and Cook Chicken: Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, then cook in olive oil until done. Let rest and slice.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic, then add butter, cream, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened, then stir in Parmesan.
- Combine and Serve: Toss cooked pasta in the sauce, adding pasta water as needed. Top with sliced chicken, parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
- For an extra kick, consider adding cayenne pepper to the sauce.
- You can use half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but it will be less rich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun-Italian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 820
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 44 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 67 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
