Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of Cajun Chicken Broccoli Alfredo, a dish that perfectly marries tender chicken seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, fresh broccoli, and luscious fettuccine coated in a velvety Alfredo sauce. This easy-to-make recipe transforms any meal into an occasion, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. With vibrant colors and bold flavors, your taste buds are in for a treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and sear for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from pan and slice into strips.
- Add Garlic and Broccoli: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until aromatic and bright green.
- Create the Sauce: Pour heavy cream into the skillet, bring to a simmer, and gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Toss Everything Together: Return sliced chicken to the skillet along with drained fettuccine; stir well to coat pasta in sauce. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve: Plate your dish with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg