Cajun Chicken Spinach Alfredo Pasta (Printable Version)

Enjoy creamy Alfredo, Cajun chicken, and spinach tossed with pasta for a bold, satisfying main meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Pasta

04 - 12 ounces fettuccine or linguine

→ Alfredo Sauce

05 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
08 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

→ Vegetables

12 - 3 cups fresh baby spinach

→ Garnish

13 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
14 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain well, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides evenly with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to a plate and allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - In the same skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until aromatic, about 1 minute.
04 - Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk in freshly grated Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Continue whisking until cheese is fully melted and sauce is smooth, about 2 to 3 minutes.
05 - Add fresh baby spinach to the Alfredo sauce and cook just until wilted, approximately 1 minute.
06 - Return cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing thoroughly to coat each strand in sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water incrementally to achieve a creamy consistency.
07 - Arrange sliced Cajun chicken on top of the pasta. Toss gently to combine, or serve chicken over individually plated pasta portions.
08 - Finish with chopped fresh parsley and extra grated Parmesan. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Spicy and creamy combination for extra flavor
  • Quick weeknight meal with easy prep
02 -
  • Contains dairy and wheat ingredients
  • Check Cajun seasoning and cheese labels if gluten sensitive
03 -
  • Substitute shrimp for chicken for a seafood twist
  • Use half and half for a lighter version

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