# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Pasta
04 - 12 ounces fettuccine
→ Alfredo Sauce
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 cup heavy cream
08 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
11 - Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Garnishes
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
13 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese
# Directions:
01 - Boil salted water and cook fettuccine until al dente per package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry and evenly coat them with Cajun seasoning.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through and golden. Remove, let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - Reduce skillet heat to medium; add butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Stir in heavy cream, smoked paprika, and chili flakes. Simmer gently, then whisk in Parmesan until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
06 - Toss cooked fettuccine in Alfredo sauce, adding reserved pasta water gradually to achieve desired consistency.
07 - Top pasta with sliced Cajun chicken, garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately.
