Garlic Butter Chicken Bites & Spicy Cajun Alfredo
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites & Spicy Cajun Alfredo is a mouthwatering dish that brings together tender chicken pieces bathed in rich garlic butter, paired with creamy, spicy Cajun Alfredo pasta. In just 30 minutes, this recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a feast for the senses, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing dinner guests. With its delightful balance of flavors and textures, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Combining
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning on both sides.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and stir continuously. Gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and toss into the Alfredo sauce.
- Slice rested chicken into bite-sized pieces and serve over pasta, drizzling remaining sauce on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 12 oz)
- Calories: 652
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 911mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 136mg