Creamy Cajun Alfredo Chicken Skillet (Printable Version)
Sautéed Cajun chicken in rich Alfredo sauce, served skillet-style. Easy, creamy, and ready in half an hour.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
03 - 1 bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1/2 onion, sliced
05 - 1 cup prepared Alfredo sauce
→ Optional
06 - Cooked pasta, for serving
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Heat the skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
02 - Add sliced bell pepper and onion to the skillet. Sauté until vegetables are softened, stirring occasionally.
03 - Reduce heat to medium. Stir in Alfredo sauce and simmer until the chicken and vegetables are well coated and heated through.
04 - Serve hot, either on its own or over cooked pasta as desired.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick to prepare so it fits any weeknight schedule
- Cajun spices bring extra bold flavor to a classic sauce
- You can use pantry Alfredo or make your own for extra richness
- Flexible to serve with or without pasta for different dietary needs
02 -
- High in protein which keeps you full longer
- Adaptable for meal prep just reheat gently to keep sauce creamy
- Makes delicious leftovers for lunch
03 -
- Sear the chicken well before adding sauce for extra depth of flavor
- I learned the hard way that crowding the skillet will steam instead of brown so cook in batches if needed
- Always taste the Cajun seasoning before using since some brands are saltier or hotter than others