Indulgent Blackened Chicken Alfredo
A creamy and flavorful twist on classic Alfredo, featuring spicy blackened chicken and tender fettuccine, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Will guarantee tenderness and quick cooking.
- to taste Blackening seasoning Infuses the chicken with a smoky, spicy kick.
For the Pasta
- 12 oz Fettuccine pasta Provides perfect texture for grasping the creamy sauce.
For the Sauce
- 1 cup Heavy cream Luxuriously creamy base.
- 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese Adds depth of richness.
- 3 cloves Fresh garlic, minced Aromatic notes.
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter Used for sautéing garlic.
- to taste Fresh parsley For garnishing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel.
- Coat both sides of the chicken with blackening seasoning.
Cooking
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and bubbling.
- Sear the seasoned chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Remove chicken from skillet and let it rest.
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook fettuccine according to package instructions.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream, stir, and simmer for a few minutes.
- Add Parmesan cheese gradually, whisking until melted and creamy.
- Slice chicken and add it to the sauce along with the cooked fettuccine; toss gently.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in blackening seasoning. Adjust the creaminess of the sauce by adding more or less heavy cream. Leftovers can last up to three days in an airtight container.