Description
Creamy fettuccine Alfredo topped with juicy blackened Cajun seasoned chicken, perfectly seared for bold flavor and balanced with a rich garlic parmesan sauce. A comforting and slightly spicy dinner that feels restaurant worthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta (dry)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the 12 ounces fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a small amount of pasta water.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and coat evenly with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side until deeply browned and fully cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let rest before slicing.
- Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually stir in the grated parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and thick.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the Alfredo sauce. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Slice the rested chicken and place it over the pasta. Toss lightly or serve layered on top.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for a smoother and richer sauce.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken to ensure proper browning.
- Keep the cream at a gentle simmer to prevent separation.
- Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of cream or milk to maintain a silky texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 170mg