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Flavorful Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo Bowl Recipe

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A creamy Alfredo sauce, perfectly blackened Cajun-spiced chicken, and tender pasta come together in one bowl of comfort for a restaurant-quality meal made at home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts evenly with Cajun seasoning and drizzle with olive oil. Rub the mixture into the chicken.
  2. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and let rest.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Toss the cooked pasta in the Alfredo sauce until well coated.
  8. Slice the rested chicken into thin slices.
  9. Divide the Alfredo pasta into bowls and top each with slices of blackened Cajun chicken. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

[‘Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is perfectly cooked and juicy.’, ‘Pre-shredded Parmesan cheese may affect the texture of the sauce; use freshly grated cheese for best results.’, ‘Taste and adjust seasoning gradually as Cajun seasoning varies in saltiness.’, ‘Let the chicken rest after cooking to keep it tender and flavorful.’, ‘Cook pasta al dente for better texture in the creamy sauce.’]

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Keywords: Cajun chicken, Alfredo pasta, blackened chicken, creamy pasta, weeknight dinner, comfort food

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