Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo: An Easy Indulgent Twist
Make this creamy and indulgent Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo for a delicious twist on a classic dish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss to combine.
- Top with sliced chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.
- This dish can easily be made with shrimp instead of chicken for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
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