Cajun Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli - Susan Recipes

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Step 1

How to Make It

Step 2

Heat oven to 200°F. In large pot, bring 4 quarts salted water to boil.

Step 3

Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 9 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving cooking water. Set pasta aside.

Step 4

Return cooking water to boil. Add broccoli; boil until just tender and bright green, about 2 minutes. Plunge immediately into bowl of ice water. Drain and set aside.

Step 5

Meanwhile, sprinkle both sides of chicken generously with Cajun seasoning.

Step 6

In large skillet, heat oil until shimmering. Arrange chicken in single layer and sauté, flipping once, until temperature on internal thermometer reaches 155°F, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet, cover with foil and transfer to oven to keep warm.

Step 7

Wipe skillet with paper towel and return to stove. Over medium-high heat, melt butter and heat until foaming. Stir in garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 8

Whisk in wine; bring to simmer. Simmer until sauce has reduced by half, about 2 minutes.

Step 9

Whisk in cream; simmer until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Fold in parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 10

Add reserved pasta to skillet and toss gently to coat. Arrange broccoli over pasta; top with chicken and garnish with additional parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.