Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo: 5 Secret Tips for Creamy Perfection
This Cajun-inspired dish features perfectly seasoned chicken breasts paired with a rich and creamy Alfredo sauce. Simple yet satisfying, it’s perfect for any weeknight dinner!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb penne pasta or any pasta of choice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 lb chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus extra for serving
- 2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning use more to taste
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until it melts and sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix the pasta and sauce together. If needed, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- Slice the cooked chicken and serve on top of the pasta. Garnish with extra Parmesan and freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Consider serving with a side of garlic bread or a fresh green salad.