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    Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta

    Published: July 31, 2020 · Updated: December 5, 2020 · By: Krissy · 33 Comments
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    cajun chicken alfredo pasta

    Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a quick and easy dinner with all the comfort of flavorful Cajun chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and satisfying pasta.

    sliced blackened cajun chicken slices over fettuccine alfredo

    Why this recipe works:

    This is one of those rich and decadent pasta dinner recipes that everyone will love.

    • This recipe is made with homemade 4-ingredient Alfredo sauce and homemade pasta, if you can believe it! You can easily swap out the homemade pasta with dried store bought pasta to make it quick and easy.
    • I also made this with my own homemade Cajun seasoning mix. You can easily use a store bought seasoning mix, but be aware that the salt levels will be different.
    • Because the chicken is pounded flat and seasoned before getting browned, it is fork tender and full of flavor.

    Here's how to make it:

    1. First step is to get the pasta cooking in a pot of boiling salted water. 
    2. Pound or roll the chicken breasts until they are about a half inch thick.
    3. Coat both sides with the Cajun seasoning.
    4. Cook in olive oil in a pan over high heat until each side is browned, then allow to rest on a plate that is loosely tented with foil.
    5. Meanwhile, make the Alfredo sauce by infusing garlic in butter in the same pan you cooked the chicken. To that, you will add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a bit more Cajun seasoning. 
    6. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Then, slice the cooked chicken and add the slices, along with any juices from the plate, to the pasta. Serve warm and enjoy!
    process photos of how to make pasta with cajun chicken and alfredo  sauce

    Cooking tips:

    • You need to pound or roll the chicken breast to create a thin, even thickness but also to break down the tissue. This makes the cooking process faster but also makes the meat fork tender.
    • Anytime you're cooking meat, the best practice is to allow it to come to room temperature before cooking. So, if time allows, let your chicken sit at room temperature for about an hour before making this recipe.
    • Rub that spice in. You want to fully coat the meat before you cook it.
    • Ensure the oil is hot in the pan before you add the chicken. Any time you're trying to get a good sear on meat, you have to ensure the oil is hot enough to seal the outside of the meat with a nice crispy outer layer without burning it. 
    • As with most meats, I highly recommend allowing the meat to rest for a few minutes after cooking. This allows the juices in the chicken to redistribute. Also, any juices that accumulate on the plate can be added back to the final pasta dish.
    • I love to add the cajun seasoning to the alfredo sauce. It carries the flavor throughout the dish.
    • Whenever you add pasta to a dish where you will continue to cook or even warm the pasta it in a sauce, you want to ensure your pasta is cooked al dente as it will continue to cook once added to the sauce.
    • If you think you may want to thin the sauce before serving, scoop out a cup of the pasta water before draining the pasta and stir into the final recipe, one tablespoon at a time, until you achieve the desired thickness.
    a close up of sliced cajun chicken over pasta

    Related recipes:

    Love spicy dinners with a Cajun flare? You will certainly love these favorites:

    • Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Foil Packs
    • Cajun Shrimp Pasta
    • Seafood Gumbo
    • Crawfish Étouffée
    • Cajun Burger
    • Easy Red Beans and Rice
    Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta in pan

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    Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta

     Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a quick and easy dinner with all the comfort of flavorful cajun chicken, creamy alfredo sauce, and satisfying pasta.
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Scale: 4 servings
    Recipe Created By: Krissy Allori

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces pasta
    • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
    • 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning (plus 1 additional teaspoon )
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

    Alfredo Sauce

    • 4 tablespoons butter
    • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
    • 1 ½ cups heavy cream (divided)
    • 2 cups parmesan cheese (grated)

    Instructions

    • Cook pasta in heavily salted boiling water.
    • While pasta is cooking, smash or roll the chicken in between two pieces of plastic wrap until they breasts are about ½ inch thick. Coat both sides of the chicken breasts in 2 tablespoons of the cajun seasoning mix, reserving the remaining teaspoon for later.
    • In a large saute pan, heat olive oil over medium high heat. When oil is super hot, add the seasoned chicken breast. Allow to cook for about 5 minutes or until browned. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate and loosely tent with foil.
    • Add butter and garlic to the pan and reduce heat to low. Allow to cook until the butter is infused with the garlic, about 5 minutes. Add 1 cup of heavy cream, stir, and allow to come to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add in parmesan cheese, remaining heavy cream, and teaspoon of cajun seasoning. Add cooked pasta and stir.
    • Slice chicken and add to pasta, along with any juices that may have accumulated on plate.

    Notes

    • Pound or roll the chicken breast to create a thin, even thickness but also to break down the tissue. This makes the cooking process faster but also makes the meat fork tender.
    • Anytime you're cooking meat, the best practice is to allow it to come to room temperature before cooking. So, if time allows, let your chicken sit at room temperature for about an hour before making your cajun chicken pasta.
    • Rub that spice in. You want to fully coat the meat before you cook it.
    • Ensure the oil is hot in the pan before you add the chicken. Any time you're trying to get a good sear on meat, you have to ensure the oil is hot enough to seal the outside of the meat with a nice crispy outer layer without burning it. This is a skill every home cook should learn to perfect.
    • As with most meats, I highly recommend allowing the meat to rest for a few minutes after cooking. This allows the juices in the chicken to redistribute. Also, any juices that accumulate on the plate can be added back to the final pasta dish.
    • I love to add the cajun seasoning to the alfredo sauce. It carries the flavor throughout the dish.
    • Whenever you add pasta to a dish where you will continue to cook, or even warm, it in a sauce, you want to ensure your pasta is cooked al dente as it will continue to cook once added to the sauce.

    NUTRITION INFORMATION

    Calories: 955kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 67g | Saturated Fat: 37g | Cholesterol: 222mg | Sodium: 1006mg | Potassium: 540mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3795IU | Vitamin C: 2.1mg | Calcium: 682mg | Iron: 2.1mg
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    This recipe was originally published in July 2014 and has been updated with helpful information, ingredient and process photos, as well as recipe tips. Don't worry - the recipe hasn't changed!

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    Comments

    1. Rolling Meat

      May 18, 2022 at 10:23 am

      5 stars
      I rarely cook meat at home and this was my first experience with rolling meat. Looking at the marred, smooshed flesh, I thought there was no way this could be right, all my work at the gym made me too strong for this task. I thought about throwing it away and making it vegetarian alfredo night but didn't want to waste the animal. After sauteing the seasoned goo mess I was proud that it actually resembled food and with the kitchen tongs in hand, I did a happy dance in front of the stove. This may have been a meat cooking turning point for me. It was so delicious and flavorful and perfect. The sauce was certainly fresher and more luscious than any alfredo I've ever tried before. I went back for thirds. Thank you for sharing your outstanding recipes.

      Reply
    2. R Boz

      December 06, 2021 at 4:33 pm

      5 stars
      Made this for dinner tonight and it was a huge hit. I added chopped broccoli to the pasta water and it was a delicious addition. I finshed the chicken in the oven while making the alfredo sauce. Thanks for the great recipe.

      Reply
    3. Rebecca Downing

      October 17, 2021 at 4:55 am

      5 stars
      So easy & delicious!!!

      Reply
      • Melissa

        November 11, 2021 at 5:47 pm

        5 stars
        WOW. Just, WOW. Super easy and WAYYY better than restaurant Cajun chicken pasta. I baked it for 12 minutes with a smattering of Italian cheese. Totes will make again! Thank you so much for an awesome recipe!

        Reply
    4. Brad

      September 05, 2021 at 1:08 pm

      Do you rub the cajun spices on the chicken, put in the alfredo sauce, or both?

      Reply
      • Krissy

        September 10, 2021 at 5:03 am

        both

        Reply
    5. Cindy

      September 01, 2021 at 5:41 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is amazing. So yummy. I added mushrooms.

      Reply
    6. Shelby Townsend Dobbs

      June 02, 2021 at 9:04 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious. And hit the spot. I liked the homemade Cajun recipe because I could control the spiciness. As I don't like to much spice. Maybe I can try to get my kids to try this, but until then I have great leftovers just got myself.

      Reply
    7. Katrena

      May 23, 2021 at 11:56 am

      5 stars
      This recipe was amazing! I cooked it for my family who all commented it was better than Olive Garden! I pounded the chicken and coated it with Cajun seasoning the night before and doubled the recipe. I used fresh graded cheese. Thank you for sharing this amazing dish!

      Reply
    8. Erin

      May 07, 2021 at 11:42 am

      5 stars
      Excited to try this with chicken. I made your Cajun seasoning with shrimp yesterday and we loved it so much putting it on chicken tonight! Thanks

      Reply
    9. Kimberley

      April 28, 2021 at 5:01 am

      5 stars
      One of the best Cajun pasta recipes we have tried! Easy and delicious!

      Reply
    10. Rhonda Schwalm

      March 17, 2021 at 9:56 am

      5 stars
      OMG!! Whole family loved it!! This is definitely a keeper!!

      Reply
    11. Annie567

      January 14, 2021 at 6:47 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe can’t be beat! It’s absolutely delicious! Thanks for sharing it with us!

      Reply
    12. April Armstrong

      January 11, 2021 at 3:38 am

      5 stars
      Excellent!

      Reply
    13. Judy

      January 03, 2021 at 2:18 pm

      5 stars
      Very easy to make. Didn’t make a single adjustment but used store blackening. My son said it was his favorite meal I’ve ever made!

      Reply
    14. Melissa

      December 04, 2020 at 6:50 pm

      Wow is this simple and Yummy! Thanks Krissy. My family loved this dinner. Absolute Fantastic!!!!

      Sincerely,
      Melissa B

      Reply
    15. Carol-lynne Olsen

      November 07, 2020 at 7:25 pm

      5 stars
      Super quick...super delicious!!!

      Reply
      • Steven Buesking

        April 11, 2022 at 4:50 pm

        5 stars
        Substituted shrimp for chicken, tossed in some mushrooms, and it was great. Will be faithful to the chicken recipe later this week. Thank you for the recipe.

        Reply
    16. Bee

      April 24, 2019 at 8:37 am

      5 stars
      Pasta sounds great with this amazing, flavorful sauce! Yumm!

      Reply
    17. Diana Hoffeditz

      June 15, 2018 at 5:23 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe sounds and looks amazing and I will be trying it!!! Already copied it along with your others!! Thanx soooo much 4 sharing!!☺

      Reply
    18. Debee'

      February 28, 2018 at 1:45 pm

      Hello, can you share your Cajun Spice recipe please? Thanx! 😀

      Reply
      • Krissy

        March 01, 2018 at 4:48 am

        Hi there! I'm updating the post now, but here is the direct link. Thanks for asking! https://selfproclaimedfoodie.com/homemade-cajun-seasoning-mix/

        Reply
    19. ronnie halcomb

      November 14, 2017 at 9:59 am

      Please post the full recipe. Can't wait to try this.

      Reply
      • Krissy

        November 14, 2017 at 1:37 pm

        Soon! I promise!

        Reply
        • ronnie halcomb

          November 18, 2017 at 1:15 pm

          TY MaM!!!

          Reply
    20. Michael Lewis

      November 13, 2017 at 4:41 pm

      This recipe appears to be broken. There is no ingredient list or instructions. I really want to try this though. Can you please fix it?

      Reply
      • Krissy

        November 14, 2017 at 1:47 pm

        Done! Sorry about that! I have no idea what happened!!!

        Reply
        • Malynda

          July 26, 2021 at 7:32 pm

          This is a tasty meal! I substituted gluten-free penne, but otherwise stayed true. I have so much and wonder if I can freeze leftovers?

          Reply
          • Krissy

            July 28, 2021 at 4:56 am

            Hey! Sorry I'm late to reply. You should have texted me. 🙂 The leftovers would totally freeze. You just have to make sure you fully thaw before reheating, and then reheat low and slow so as to not ruin the alfredo sauce.

            Reply
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