Description
Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Alfredo is a bold, creamy pasta dish that blends the rich flavors of blackened chicken and tender shrimp with a luscious Parmesan Alfredo sauce. Perfect for spice lovers, this one-skillet dinner is restaurant-quality comfort food made right at home!
Ingredients
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1 lb (450g) chicken breast, sliced into strips
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1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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8 oz (225g) fettuccine or pasta of choice
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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1 lb (450g) chicken breast, sliced into strips
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1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup chicken broth
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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8 oz (225g) fettuccine or pasta of choice
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
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Cook the Pasta:
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Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Cook Chicken:
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
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Cook 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Cook Shrimp:
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In the same skillet, cook shrimp for 3–4 minutes until pink and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
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Make the Sauce:
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Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat.
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Sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese and cook until sauce is smooth and creamy.
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Combine and Serve:
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Return chicken, shrimp, and pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly in sauce.
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Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
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Notes
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Adjust Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level.
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For extra richness, add a splash of white wine to the sauce.
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Great with fettuccine, linguine, or penne pasta.