Description
Looking for a dish that effortlessly blends comfort with sophistication? Blackened Chicken Alfredo is the answer! This delightful recipe showcases smoky, spicy chicken perfectly paired with a creamy Alfredo sauce, creating a meal that feels indulgent yet is surprisingly easy to prepare. Ideal for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this dish promises to impress everyone at your table. With its simple steps, you’ll feel like a gourmet chef in no time while enjoying a satisfying dinner that brings everyone together. Customize it to your liking by adding fresh veggies or swapping pasta shapes, and enjoy the leftovers as they taste even better the next day!
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Coat both sides of the chicken breasts with blackening seasoning and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In another pot, boil salted water and cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently before stirring in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Slice the rested chicken into pieces and combine it with the drained pasta and creamy sauce in one pot. Toss gently to coat before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg