Description

A rich and flavorful pasta dish combining smoky Cajun spices with creamy Alfredo sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
12 ounces fettuccine pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

Rub Cajun seasoning onto the chicken strips, coating them evenly. Let sit for 5 minutes.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Pour in heavy cream and stir continuously. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.
Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until fully melted and sauce is smooth and creamy.
Season sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to adjust consistency.
Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle fresh parsley over the pasta and serve immediately.

Notes

[‘Use fresh Parmesan and garlic for the best flavor.’, ‘Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.’, ‘Adjust Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level.’, ‘Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of milk or cream.’]

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 650
Sugar: 2
Sodium: 800
Fat: 30
Saturated Fat: 15
Carbohydrates: 55
Fiber: 2
Protein: 35

Keywords: Cajun, Alfredo, Chicken, Pasta, Creamy, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Weeknight Meal