Description
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort meal with this Garlic Butter Chicken Bites & Cajun Alfredo Mac with Crispy Onion Topping! Tender chicken seared in savory garlic butter, wrapped in creamy Cajun Alfredo sauce, and served over macaroni, all finished with a crunchy onion topping—this dish is a flavor explosion. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners, dinner ideas for guests, or when you’re craving something cozy. With easy ingredients and bold taste, it’s a must-try for fans of easy recipes, food ideas, and hearty meals.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons butter, divided
2 cups elbow macaroni
1.5 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup crispy fried onions
Instructions
1. Sear the Chicken: In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and cook the garlic until fragrant. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and a bit of Cajun seasoning. Sear until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
2. Boil the Pasta: Cook elbow macaroni in salted water according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, pour in heavy cream, and stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, and onion powder. Let it simmer until thickened.
4. Add Cheese: Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Combine: Add cooked pasta and chicken to the sauce, stirring to coat everything evenly.
6. Top and Serve: Serve hot with crispy fried onions sprinkled generously on top.
Notes
For extra spice, add crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce to the sauce.
Use rotisserie chicken for a quick version—just sauté in garlic butter before mixing into the pasta.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 730
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: easy dinner, comfort food, creamy pasta, quick chicken recipe