Description

This Easy Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Spicy Cajun Alfredo is your new go-to comfort meal that brings bold flavors together in one skillet. Juicy garlic butter-seared chicken meets creamy Cajun Alfredo pasta in a quick dinner that feels gourmet but is totally beginner-friendly. It’s a perfect pick for busy weeknights, impressive dinner ideas, or anyone looking for an easy recipe loaded with flavor. Whether you’re craving a hearty dish or need new food ideas for a satisfying lunch or dinner, this recipe has it all—quick prep, creamy texture, spicy kick, and golden chicken perfection.

Ingredients

500g boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts

300g spaghetti or fettuccine pasta

4 cloves garlic minced

3 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup heavy cream

3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry. Season with salt, pepper, and a bit of Cajun seasoning.

2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. Add chicken in a single layer and cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

4. During the last minute of cooking, add the garlic and sauté until fragrant. Remove the chicken and set aside.

5. Meanwhile, cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.

6. In the same skillet, lower heat and melt the remaining butter. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

7. Stir in Parmesan cheese and Cajun seasoning. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

8. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.

9. Serve pasta topped with garlic butter chicken bites. Garnish with chopped parsley and a crack of black pepper.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Cajun seasoning and olive oil for 15–30 minutes before cooking.

Always grate Parmesan fresh—it melts and blends into the sauce more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.

If using chicken breast, be careful not to overcook—remove from heat as soon as it’s just done to keep it juicy.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
Calories: 620
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: easy dinner, garlic chicken, Cajun Alfredo, comfort food, quick meal