Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo, a delightful dish that marries succulent chicken breasts with a creamy, garlicky alfredo sauce. This 30-minute recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests. The blackened seasoning adds a spicy twist that elevates the rich alfredo, making it a standout favorite at the dinner table. Serve it alongside garlic bread or fresh vegetables to create a complete meal that’s sure to satisfy every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Mafaldine noodles (or fettuccini/linguini)
- 3 chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 6–8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1.5 cups shredded parmesan cheese
- 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 the chicken to an even thickness and rub with olive oil and blackened seasoning.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until dark amber on one side; flip and add butter and garlic.
- Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F; let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic. Stir in cream and seasoning; simmer until thickened.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, reserving pasta water.
- Combine cooked noodles with alfredo sauce and sliced chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg