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Blackened Chicken Alfredo

Blackened Chicken Alfredo is a luxurious pasta dish that combines succulent, spice-rubbed chicken with a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce. This recipe transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary meal perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. With its delightful blend of flavors and textures, you’ll find yourself craving this dish time and time again.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning (paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, oregano)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by measuring everything out.
  2. Mix blackening seasoning and rub over both sides of the chicken breasts.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
  4. Boil salted water in a large pot; cook fettuccine or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
  5. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer; add Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Toss cooked pasta into the sauce and top with sliced blackened chicken. Adjust creaminess with reserved pasta water as needed.
  • Author: Adriana
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
  • Calories: 730
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 42g
  • Saturated Fat: 19g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. You can substitute chicken with turkey or beef for different flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.