Cajun Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine Pasta with Velveeta Sauce
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Cajun Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine Pasta with Velveeta Sauce. This rich and flavorful dish combines tender chicken, fettuccine pasta, and a velvety cheese sauce infused with bold Cajun spices for a delightful meal ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this recipe promises to impress even the pickiest eaters. Adjust the spice level to suit your tastes and enjoy a hearty dish that’s sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb fettuccine pasta
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add cubed chicken, and cook until browned. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Lower heat and add heavy cream, Velveeta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and chicken broth. Stir until smooth.
- Toss cooked fettuccine into the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 115mg