One Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and creamy One Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo that brings comfort to your dinner table.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- In a large pot,heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add chicken slices to the pot, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing to a simmer.
- Add fettuccine and cook according to package instructions, stirring occasionally until pasta is cooked.
- Once pasta is al dente, stir in parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- This dish can be made with shrimp or sausage for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 850
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: One Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo, easy Cajun pasta, comfort food