Monday, January 9, 2012

Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta

    • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
    • 1/4 cup butter                      
    • 2 cups half-and-half or 2 cups heavy cream
    • 4 -8 ounces cream cheese
    • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
    • 8 ounces fettuccine or 8 ounces other type pasta

    Cajun Seasoning

    • 1 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, less if desired
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • salt, to taste

  1. Prepare noodles according to package directions and set aside.
  2. Trim chicken breasts of fat and cut into bite sized pieces.  Salt the pieces and saute chicken in butter.
  3. Add cajun seasoning to chicken while it sautes, adding the ingredients to taste, may add more later.
  4. Once chicken is cooked, stir in half and half or cream and cheeses. Bring to a low boil and stir until melted and creamy. Toss with pasta and serve!

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