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Cajun Chicken Alfredo

Spice up your pasta night with this Creamy Spicy Cajun Chicken Bowtie Alfredo. A perfect blend of creamy Alfredo and zesty Cajun flavors, ready in 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 breasts boneless, skinless chicken cut into strips
  • 12 oz bowtie pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional for extra heat
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large pot
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Garlic press
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add chicken strips seasoned with Cajun seasoning, and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes, then remove and set aside.
  2. Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente, then drain and reserve about 1 cup of pasta water.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in olive oil for about 1 minute, then pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer to thicken the sauce.
  5. Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella cheese until melted and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Add cooked pasta and Cajun chicken back to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce, adjusting the consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
  7. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan, serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust the Cajun seasoning level to match your taste preferences. Start mild, adding more as necessary.
Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter sauce.
The chicken can be marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, and Cajun seasoning for extra flavor prior to cooking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently. This dish can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
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