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One Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This One Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo is a creamy, flavorful pasta dish featuring tender Cajun-seasoned chicken cooked directly with fettuccini in a rich Alfredo sauce. Quick and easy to prepare, it combines bold spices with classic creamy Parmesan goodness, all made in a single pot for minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

Sauce and Pasta

  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 ounces uncooked fettuccini pasta
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Sauté garlic: In the same pot, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in chicken broth and half and half, stirring to combine. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. Cook pasta: Add uncooked fettuccini pasta to the pot. Make sure pasta is mostly submerged in the liquid. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked al dente and sauce thickens, about 10-12 minutes.
  5. Combine chicken: Return cooked chicken to the pot and stir to combine.
  6. Add Parmesan cheese: Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic for best flavor; minced garlic can be substituted if pressed fresh is unavailable.
  • Adjust Cajun seasoning amount to your preferred spice level.
  • Half and half can be substituted with heavy cream for a richer sauce or whole milk for a lighter version.
  • If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of chicken broth or water to reach desired consistency.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/one-pot-cajun-chicken-alfredo-recipe/