Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo, a creamy pasta dish with perfectly seasoned chicken. This recipe combines the bold spices of Cajun seasoning with a classic Alfredo sauce for a satisfying meal.
- Author: rami
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun, Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
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 and 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, to taste
- Optional: garlic bread, Texas toast, or garlic knots for serving
- Prepare the 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.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, prepare the Alfredo sauce with butter, garlic, cream, and parmesan.
- Combine and Serve: Toss cooked noodles in the Alfredo sauce, top with sliced chicken, and garnish with additional blackened seasoning.
Notes
- Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning to suit your spice preference.
- For a smokier flavor, use smoked paprika in the blackened seasoning.
- Serve with a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 690 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 157mg
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