Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites & Spicy Cajun Alfredo is a quick and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken pieces sautéed in aromatic garlic butter and enveloped in a creamy, spicy Cajun Alfredo sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this delightful meal is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Customize it by adding your favorite veggies or switching up the protein for a delicious twist.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: chop the chicken and mince the garlic.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt half of the butter. Add chicken, season with Cajun seasoning, and sauté until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Push chicken aside; add remaining butter and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss cooked pasta in the Alfredo sauce, then add back the garlic butter chicken bites to combine well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, toss in sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.