Description
Spicy Cajun Chicken Alfredo is a delicious blend of creamy pasta and bold Cajun spices that brings comfort to the dinner table. This dish features tender chicken sautéed with colorful bell peppers, enveloped in a rich Alfredo sauce made with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The flexibility of the recipe allows you to adjust the spice level, making it suitable for everyone. Serve it garnished with fresh parsley and extra cheese for a delightful finish that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10.5 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cajun seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cajun seasoning by mixing paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt in a bowl.
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and butter. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet.
- Sauté diced onion and sliced bell peppers in the same skillet for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and remaining Cajun seasoning; cook for another minute.
- Pour in heavy cream; bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken and pasta to the skillet, stirring in Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Serve garnished with chopped parsley and extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg