Spicy Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Ingredients:
2 skinless boneless chicken breasts
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp butter
500ml/2 cups double/heavy cream
120g/1 ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Salt to taste
450g/1 lbs fettuccine pasta
Directions:
Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted water. Drain and reserve 125ml/½ cup of the pasta water.
Prepare the Chicken: While the pasta is boiling, slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and coat them in the Cajun seasoning.
Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until fully done, about 5-7 minutes depending on the size of the pieces. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Make the Sauce: Reduce the heat to low. In the same pan, melt the butter, then add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, being careful not to let it burn. Add the double/heavy cream to the pan and allow it to heat gently for about 5 minutes. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to stir until the cheese melts and the sauce comes together.
Combine Everything: Add the drained pasta to the pan with the sauce, along with the cooked chicken. Toss gently to combine. Season with salt to taste, and if the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4