Description
This One Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo combines tender, spiced chicken with creamy Alfredo sauce and perfectly cooked fettuccini pasta—all made in a single pot for easy cleanup. A flavorful twist on a classic Italian favorite with a spicy Cajun kick.
Ingredients
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1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
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2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
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1 ½ cups chicken broth
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1 cup half and half
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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8 ounces uncooked fettuccini pasta
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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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.
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In the same pot, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Pour in chicken broth and half and half, stirring to combine. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
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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.
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Return cooked chicken to the pot and stir to combine.
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Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
You can adjust Cajun seasoning to taste for more or less heat. For a thicker sauce, let it simmer a little longer or add a bit more Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun