A creamy, zesty pasta dish; Lemon Pepper Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo combines succulent spiced chicken with smooth Alfredo sauce.

Lemon Pepper Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

Serve a delightful dish combining a creamy sauce that clings to fettuccine, with lemon pepper-seasoned Cajun chicken strips. Experience a burst of flavors, blending subtle Cajun heat and bright lemon zest.

Ingredients

• 1 pound linguine or fettuccini
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 6 chicken cutlets or 1-pound tenders
• 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
• 1 1/2 cups, plus 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
• kosher salt and black pepper
• 4 tablespoons salted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

How To Make Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

Cook the Pasta

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Cook the pasta al dente according to package directions.
3. Drain the pasta and set aside.

Prepare the Chicken

4. In a bowl, toss together:
   • Olive oil
   • Chicken
   • Cajun seasoning
   • 2 tablespoons of parmesan
   • A big pinch of pepper

Sear the Chicken

5. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pan set over medium-high heat.
6. Add the chicken to the pan and sear until deeply golden on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
7. Turn off the heat and pour over the lemon juice.
8. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.

Make the Sauce

9. In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons of butter, garlic, and chili flakes.
10. Cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
11. Pour in the broth and milk, and whisk until smooth.
12. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
13. Stir in 1 ½ cups of parmesan.

Combine Pasta and Sauce

14. Toss the pasta into the sauce in the pan.
15. Cook for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat.
16. Stir in the parsley.

Serve

17. Serve immediately, topped with sliced chicken and additional parsley for garnish.

Serving Suggestions

• Caesar Salad
• Garlic Roasted Broccoli
• Caprese Salad
• Garlic Breadsticks
• Sautéed Spinach

Tips and Tricks

• Start boiling the pasta before you begin preparing the chicken.
• Toss the chicken with homemade Cajun seasoning, parmesan, and pepper for a spice-infused crust.
• Cook the chicken in butter until it’s golden and crispy, then add lemon juice for zest.
• Use the same skillet for cooking the pasta to incorporate flavors from the cooked chicken.
• For a creamy yet less rich sauce, use both broth and milk instead of just cream.