One-Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Alfredo
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of One-Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Alfredo, a dish designed to bring comfort and joy to your dinner table. This delightful recipe transforms tender chicken breast and al dente pasta into a creamy, spicy masterpiece, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With every bite, you’ll experience the rich blend of Cajun spices enveloped in a velvety sauce that makes this meal utterly unforgettable. The beauty of one-pot cooking means less cleanup and more time spent enjoying delicious food with loved ones. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this comforting dish that’s bursting with flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken and sear until golden brown (5–7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and bell peppers for about 3–4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in pasta and remaining Cajun seasoning; cook according to package instructions (10–12 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low, add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and creamy.
- Fold in the cooked chicken, allowing everything to simmer together for an additional 3–5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg