Description
A creamy Cajun twist on traditional Alfredo sauce featuring protein pasta, perfect for a nutritious yet indulgent meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz protein pasta
- 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the protein pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add chicken and Cajun seasoning, and cook until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan cheese, mixing until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring it is well coated. Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Cajun seasoning beforehand. Use half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg