Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 20 mins | Servings: 10
One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo is made with tender pieces of chicken and smoky pieces of sausage in a homemade Alfredo sauce that is amazingly rich and delicious!
One of the easiest dishes you can make, Cajun Chicken Alfredo is also one of the most flavorful. Pieces of chicken and sausage in a savory, handmade Alfredo sauce. Although it feeds a lot of people, this dish may be prepared in less than 30 minutes. This recipe is easily adaptable for smaller gatherings by halving the ingredients while maintaining the same cooking times. Leftovers are also fantastic!
Ingredients
14 ounces of smoked sausage, sliced on the diagonal
1 lb chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ c. heavy cream
1-quart low-sodium chicken broth
1 lb penne pasta, uncooked
½ tsp of kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
Italian Parsley garnish
4 ounces Parmesan cheese, freshly shredded, more as needed
1 ½ tbsp Cajun seasoning, plus more to taste
How to make One Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo
Step 1: Ready a large cooking pot with a lid. Drizzle in some olive oil and heat over medium-high.
Step 2: With salt and pepper, season the chicken and sear until browned. Then, add the sausage and cook further until lightly browned.
Step 3: Add the garlic, stir, and continue to cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 4: Pour in the chicken broth and add the heavy cream along with the dried pasta and Cajun seasoning. Stir well and bring everything to a simmer over medium-high heat.
Step 5: Adjust the heat to low and continue to cook for additional 15 to 20 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
Step 6: Take the pot off the heat and gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese.
Step 7: Add the chopped parsley and stir well. To taste, sprinkle with extra Cajun seasoning.
Step 8: Serve the Cajun Chicken Alfredo right away. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts:
Amount Per Serving: Calories 654, Calories from Fat 414, Fat 46g71%, Saturated Fat 21g131%, Cholesterol 134mg45%, Sodium 704mg31%, Potassium 383mg11%, Carbohydrates 39g13%, Fiber 2g8%, Sugar 2g2%, Protein 22g44%, Vitamin A 1511IU30%, Vitamin C 1mg1%, Calcium 196mg20%, Iron 2mg11%