Spicy Cajun Chicken Fettuccine (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender Cajun-spiced chicken served over fettuccine in a creamy, fragrant sauce with garlic and Parmesan.
# Ingredients:
→ Protein
01 -
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Seasonings and Oil
02 -
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
03 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
04 -
Salt to taste
05 -
Pepper to taste
→ Sauce
06 -
1 tablespoon butter
07 -
3 cloves garlic, minced
08 -
1 cup heavy cream
09 -
½ cup chicken broth
10 -
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Pasta
11 -
8 ounces fettuccine
→ Garnish
12 -
Chopped parsley
# Steps:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
02 -
Pat chicken breasts dry and rub evenly with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing into strips.
03 -
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes, then mix in Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning with additional Cajun spice if desired.
04 -
Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Simmer on low heat for 2 minutes to let flavors meld.
05 -
Plate the creamy pasta and top with sliced Cajun chicken. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
# Notes & Tips:
01 -
Use gluten-free pasta and verify Cajun seasoning and broth ingredients to make this dish gluten-free.
02 -
Simmer sauce gently to prevent cream from curdling.
03 -
For milder heat, reduce Cajun seasoning or use a mild blend.