Description
Blackened Chicken Alfredo is a sumptuous dish that fuses the smoky, spicy notes of perfectly seasoned chicken with a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into an impressive meal that’s perfect for date nights or family gatherings. With its velvety texture and bold flavors, each bite promises to delight your taste buds. Elevate your dinner experience with this indulgent yet straightforward dish that will impress everyone at the table.
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 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- While the chicken cooks, boil salted water in a pot and cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.
- In another pan, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and simmer before stirring in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Slice the rested chicken and combine it with drained pasta and creamy sauce in one pot. Toss gently to coat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 110mg