1. Cut chicken into bite-size cubes and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

3. Reduce heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet, then add minced garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add the cooked chicken back to coat in garlic butter.

4. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and reserve ¼ cup pasta water.

5. In a separate pan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Sauté minced garlic and Cajun seasoning for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

6. Toss in the drained pasta, adding reserved pasta water a bit at a time until sauce reaches desired consistency.

7. Plate the pasta with garlic butter chicken on top or alongside. Garnish with parsley and more Parmesan if desired.