Description
Indulge in this flavorful and creamy Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo that combines tender blackened chicken with a rich and cheesy Alfredo sauce, served over perfectly cooked pasta.
Ingredients
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For the Blackened Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
For the Chicken Alfredo:
- 1 lb. Mafaldine noodles (or fettuccini/linguini noodles)
- 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
- 4 tablespoons blackened seasoning, divided
- Salt and pepper
- Optional: garlic bread, Texas toast, or garlic knots for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Blackened Chicken: Pound chicken to 1/4 inch thickness, rub with oil, and season with blackened seasoning.
- Cook the Chicken: Sear chicken in a skillet until cooked through, then set aside to rest.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, prepare the Alfredo sauce by sautéing garlic, adding cream, parmesan, and blackened seasoning.
- Combine and Serve: Toss cooked noodles in the sauce, top with sliced chicken, and garnish with additional seasoning before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the level of cayenne pepper in the blackened seasoning to suit your spice preference.
- Feel free to customize the pasta shape to your liking.
- For a smokier flavor, consider using smoked parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 49g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Alfredo, Blackened Chicken Pasta, Creamy Alfredo Recipe
