Description

Indulge in this Garlic Butter Chicken Bites & Cajun Alfredo Mac with Crispy Onion Topping recipe—a perfect dinner combining tender chicken, creamy Cajun Alfredo pasta, and a crunchy onion finish. This easy comfort food recipe is packed with flavor, ideal for family meals, gatherings, or meal prep.

Ingredients

400 g chicken breast or thighs

3 garlic cloves, minced 3 tbsp butter

2 tsp Cajun seasoning

250 g macaroni or short pasta

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup crispy fried onions

1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Heat a skillet, melt butter with minced garlic, and sear chicken until golden and cooked through.
Set aside.
In a saucepan over medium heat, stir together heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, and Parmesan until melted and thickened.
Boil pasta until al dente, drain, and mix into the Alfredo sauce to coat well.
Plate the Cajun Alfredo mac, top with garlic butter chicken bites, sprinkle crispy fried onions and parsley.
Serve immediately.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for extra juicy bites.

Reduce Cajun seasoning for a milder dish.

Add a splash of cream when reheating to maintain sauce creaminess.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner, Chicken, Pasta
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 620
Sugar: 3
Sodium: 780
Fat: 40
Saturated Fat: 20
Unsaturated Fat: 18
Trans Fat: 0.5
Carbohydrates: 38
Fiber: 2
Protein: 32
Cholesterol: 160