Creamy One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo
A quick and easy one-pot recipe combining tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and bold Cajun spices for a comforting and flavorful dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Southern Italian Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine or linguine, broken in half
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning and a pinch of salt and pepper. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
- Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven. Add chicken in a single layer and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the same pan. Cook until translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes, scraping up browned bits.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add broken pasta pieces, spreading evenly. Cover with lid and cook 10-12 minutes, stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking, until pasta is tender and sauce is creamy.
- Return chicken to the pot. Cook uncovered for 3-4 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
If sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen. If too thin, simmer uncovered a few minutes. Stir pasta frequently to prevent sticking. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best texture and flavor. Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste. Let sauce rest off heat for a couple minutes before serving to thicken and meld flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About one-fourth of
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 35
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 40
Keywords: one-pot, Cajun chicken, Alfredo, creamy pasta, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal, Cajun seasoning