Cajun Chicken Alfredo: A Creamy Indulgence with Turkey Bacon
Enjoy a rich and creamy Cajun Chicken Alfredo topped with crispy turkey bacon for a flavorful twist on a classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add olive oil to the skillet and sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until soft.
- Add the chicken breast, season with Cajun seasoning, and cook until golden and cooked through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, then stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and crumbled turkey bacon to the sauce, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra spice, adjust the Cajun seasoning.
- Stir in some fresh parsley before serving for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Alfredo, creamy, turkey bacon, pasta