One Pot Wonder Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
23 mins
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Total Time
33 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
449 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
One Pot Wonder Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Description
One Pot Wonder Cajun Chicken Alfredo features chicken breast pieces seasoned with Cajun spice, sautéed then cooked alongside fettuccine pasta in a mixture of chicken broth and milk. The dish finishes with Parmesan cheese stirred in off the heat, creating a creamy and flavorful coating for the pasta and chicken. The chicken offers a mildly spicy, savory component while the fettuccine absorbs the sauce during simmering to tender perfection. It is important to monitor the heat early on to prevent the milk from boiling over. This one-pot method cuts down cleanup and saves time without sacrificing the creamy texture and balanced flavors typical of Alfredo dishes.
Serve immediately after mixing in the Parmesan to enjoy the tender chicken chunks and creamy sauce while hot. This meal is well suited for casual dinners and can be accompanied by a simple salad or steamed vegetables. Aim to use a wider pot to reduce cooking time and allow even pasta cooking.
The note about pot width suggests that a wider pan shortens cooking time by providing better heat distribution and more even pasta cooking. Monitoring for boil-overs during the initial stage helps maintain sauce consistency and prevents spills.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 lb. chicken breast cut into bite size chunks, boneless, skinless
- 2 tsp. Cajun seasoning I used Weber N’Orleans Cajun
- 6 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk I used 2%
- 8 oz. Fettuccine pasta half of a 1 pound box, dried
- 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
- Add the oil to a large pot (or large high sided skillet). Place over medium-high heat for two minutes. Add the chicken and the Cajun seasoning. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic. Cook 1 minute, stirring often.
- Add the broth and milk. Break the pasta in half and add it to the pot. Cover and bring to a rapid, rolling boil, stirring occasionally. *Note: Watch the pot carefully during the beginning of the cooking process as milk tends to boil over easily.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the pasta simmer, covered, for 8-13 minutes. Stir every 2-3 minutes to prevent sticking. Cook until there is ¼ to ½ inch of liquid in the bottom of the pot.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Using a wide pot or skillet speeds up cooking by allowing more surface area for heat.
- Carefully watch the pot in the beginning to avoid milk boiling over, stirring occasionally.
- Serve immediately after adding Parmesan cheese to maintain sauce creaminess and chicken tenderness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 449 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of the recipe | |
| Calories | 449kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 46.8g | 16% |
| Protein | 34.3g | 69% |
| Fat | 14.3g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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