Creamy Blackened Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Creamy Blackened Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a comforting dish that combines tender, spicy chicken with a rich, creamy sauce. This pasta is perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners at home, offering a delightful blend of flavors that will impress your family and friends. With its velvety texture and mouthwatering taste, this recipe transforms ordinary ingredients into a memorable meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp blackening spice
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp butter (2 tbsp for cooking chicken; 2 tbsp for sauce)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with blackening spice on both sides. In a skillet, heat 2 tbsp of butter over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until charred and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet, melt another 2 tbsp of butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken; toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and black pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg