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Creamy Cajun Chicken Alfredo
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Creamy Cajun Chicken Alfredo

45 minServes 4Nutri-Score D€€
from @savor.the.journey2 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • pastaGrains450 g
  • chicken breastsMeat3 pieces
  • olive oil (divided)Pantry60 ml
  • butterDairy60 g
  • garlic (minced)Produce7 pieces
  • heavy whipping creamDairy480 ml
  • parmesan cheese (grated)Dairy150 g
  • cajun seasoning (divided)Spices30 g
  • crushed red pepperSpices6 g
  • saltSpices6 g
  • black pepperSpices3 g
  • smoked paprikaSpices14 g
  • cayenne pepperSpices6 g
  • onion powderSpices7 g
  • garlic powderSpices5 g
  • dried thymeSpices1 g
  • dried oreganoSpices1 g

per serving

Nutrition

1,121kcal

Carbs
88 g
Proteins
44 g
Fat
66 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Stockpot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl

step by step

Method

  1. Make the Cajun seasoning

    • Combine the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, dried thyme and dried oregano in a bowl.
    • Mix well and set aside.
    Step 1

  2. Season the chicken

    • Drizzle the chicken breasts with olive oil.
    • Generously season both sides with the Cajun seasoning.
    Step 2

  3. Sear the chicken

    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Sear the chicken on both sides until cooked through, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
    Step 3

  4. Boil the pasta

    • Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente.
    • Reserve some pasta water before draining.
    Step 4

  5. Start the sauce

    • In the same skillet, melt the butter.
    • Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper and sauté until fragrant.
    Step 5

  6. Simmer the cream

    • Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the Cajun seasoning.
    • Let simmer until slightly thickened.
    Step 6

  7. Add the Parmesan

    • Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the Parmesan until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
    • Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.
    Step 7

  8. Toss and serve

    • Toss the cooked pasta in the Cajun Alfredo sauce.
    • Top with the sliced chicken, extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper.
    Step 8
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