Description

This creamy blackened chicken Alfredo pasta recipe delivers bold Cajun flavor with juicy chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta for an easy dinner.

Ingredients

2 boneless chicken breasts

2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

1 tablespoon olive oil

8 ounces fettuccine pasta

2 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

1. Cook fettuccine pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside.

2. Season chicken breasts evenly with Cajun seasoning.

3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

4. Cook chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until blackened and fully cooked.

5. Remove chicken from skillet and let rest, then slice.

6. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

7. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

8. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

9. Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika.

10. Cook until sauce thickens slightly.

11. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.

12. Top with sliced blackened chicken.

13. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Adjust Cajun seasoning for spice level.

Use freshly grated Parmesan for smoother sauce.

Do not overcook chicken to keep it juicy.

Add broccoli or spinach for extra vegetables.