Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo, a creamy and savory dish that can be ready in just 30 minutes. This recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a bold blackened seasoning, sautéed to perfection, and served over al dente pasta smothered in a luscious alfredo sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this meal is sure to impress family and friends alike. With its rich textures and vibrant flavors, Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo is destined to become a beloved favorite on your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. Mafaldine noodles (or fettuccini/linguini)
- 3 chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 6–8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1.5 cups shredded parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons blackened seasoning, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness and rub with olive oil and blackened seasoning.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until dark amber and cooked through (internal temp at 165°F). Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté remaining garlic until fragrant, then add heavy cream and additional blackened seasoning; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Cook noodles as per package instructions; reserve pasta water before draining.
- Stir parmesan into the sauce, adjust seasonings, then combine with cooked noodles. Top with sliced chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 46g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg