Description
This Blackened Cajun Chicken Alfredo is a creamy and bold pasta dish, featuring perfectly seasoned, blackened chicken served over Mafaldine noodles in a rich, garlicky Alfredo sauce. A little bit of spice, a lot of flavor—this is a dinner everyone will love!
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
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1 lb. Mafaldine noodles (or fettuccini/linguini noodles)
For the Chicken:
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3 chicken breasts
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4 tablespoons olive oil
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4 tablespoons blackened seasoning (recipe below)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Alfredo Sauce:
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6 tablespoons butter
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6–8 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups heavy whipping cream
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1.5 cups shredded parmesan cheese
Optional:
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Garlic bread, Texas toast, or garlic knots for serving
Instructions
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Make the Blackened Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine all of the blackened seasoning ingredients. Stir well and set aside.
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Cook the Pasta: Cook the Mafaldine noodles (or your choice of pasta) according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with the blackened seasoning and a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the skillet and set aside. Once the chicken has cooled slightly, slice it into strips.
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Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream, stir, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3-5 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly.
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Finish the Sauce: Lower the heat and stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss until the pasta is fully coated with the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little pasta water to thin it out.
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Serve: Divide the pasta among plates. Top with the sliced blackened chicken and garnish with extra parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve with garlic bread, Texas toast, or garlic knots on the side for the full experience!
Notes
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You can adjust the amount of cayenne pepper in the blackened seasoning if you want more or less heat.
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If you want a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or milk.
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To make this recipe even more flavorful, consider adding some sautéed bell peppers and onions to the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American