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Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

Creamy fettuccine tossed in a rich Alfredo sauce and topped with spicy Cajun-seasoned chicken — a perfect blend of comfort and bold flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun, Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
Pasta
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • salt and water for boiling
Alfredo Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 tsp Cajun seasoning optional
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot for boiling pasta
  • Tongs
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Bring salted water to a boil and cook fettuccine until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning. Sear in olive oil and butter over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 5–6 minutes per side.
  3. Remove chicken, let rest, then slice into strips.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
  5. Add heavy cream and simmer 3–4 minutes until thickened. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
  6. Toss fettuccine in the sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  7. Top with sliced Cajun chicken, sprinkle parsley, and serve warm.