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Recipes:
Creamy Cajun Chicken & Shrimp Pasta
A rich, creamy Cajun Alfredo sauce coats tender fettuccine, topped with perfectly grilled chicken and juicy shrimp—this dish is pure indulgence!
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp smoked paprika
For the Shrimp:
8 large shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 tbsp butter
½ tsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
For the Creamy Cajun Alfredo Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp black pepper
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Pasta:
12 oz fettuccine pasta
1 tbsp salt (for boiling water)
Instructions:
Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Grill the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Sear the Shrimp: In the same pan, melt butter and add shrimp. Season with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred. Remove and set aside.
Make the Cajun Alfredo Sauce: Melt butter in the pan and sauté garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, then add Cajun seasoning and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Add Parmesan & Toss: Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth, then mix in the cooked fettuccine to coat evenly in the sauce.
Assemble & Serve: Plate the pasta, top with sliced chicken and shrimp, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Pro Tip: Add a squeeze of lemon for a fresh burst of flavor!
