There’s something about a big bowl of creamy pasta that just hits right — especially when it brings the heat. This Spicy Cajun Chicken Alfredo takes the classic comfort of Alfredo and turns it up with bold Cajun seasoning, tender chicken, and a sauce that clings to every bite. It’s quick enough for a weeknight but worthy of its permanent spot on our Sunday dinner rotation.
Spicy Cajun Chicken Alfredo
Creamy, cheesy, and with just the right amount of kick — this pasta is everything comfort food should be. Perfect for weeknights when you want BIG flavor without a ton of fuss.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp Dan-O's Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional, for extra heat
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the pasta
- Boil salted water, cook pasta until al dente, then drain. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water.
Cook the chicken
- Season chicken generously with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until browned and fully cooked (5–6 minutes). Remove and set aside.
Make the sauce base
- In the same skillet, add garlic, onion, and peppers. Sauté 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir and let it simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Add the cheese
- Lower heat to medium. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce becomes creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and more Cajun spice or red pepper flakes if you want it spicier.
Combine
- Add cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet. Toss until coated.
- If sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
Serve
- Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve hot with garlic bread.
Video
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♬ original sound - Jeff Smeker