Cajun Chicken Alfredo
Blackened Cajun-spiced chicken sits atop a creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce studded with bell peppers, an American-Italian favorite with a spicy kick.
Why You'll Love This
- Bold Cajun spice meets classic creamy Alfredo
- A restaurant-favorite dish made easily at home
- Sliced chicken makes for an easy, shareable presentation
Ingredients
- 1 lbfettuccine
- 1 1/2 lbboneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin cutlets
- 2 1/2 tbspCajun seasoning, divided
- 3 tbspolive oil, divided
- 1red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 4 tbspunsalted butter
- 4 clovesgarlic, minced
- 2 cupsheavy cream
- 1 1/2 cupsgrated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tspkosher salt, plus more for pasta water
- 2 tbspchopped fresh parsley
Nutrition (estimated per serving)
Nutrition information is an estimate calculated from the ingredients listed and will vary based on the specific products used. It is not a substitute for advice from a nutrition professional.
Method
- Bring a large pot (6 to 8 quarts) of water to a boil and salt it generously.
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