Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites & Roasted Red Pepper Cajun Alfredo Twists
Bring restaurant-quality flavor to your table with Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites & Roasted Red Pepper Cajun Alfredo Twists. Juicy, citrusy chicken bites are pan-seared to perfection and paired with creamy rotini pasta tossed in a smoky Cajun Alfredo sauce made with roasted red peppers. This dish is a family-friendly comfort meal that’s perfect for weeknights, cozy dinners, or special gatherings. Combining bold seasoning, creamy pasta, and fresh herbs, this easy recipe will become a new favorite for anyone who loves flavorful chicken and satisfying pasta.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot for Pasta
- Blender or Food Processor
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, blended
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry, season with lemon pepper, and sear in olive oil and butter until cooked. Set aside.
- Boil rotini pasta in salted water per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté garlic, add blended roasted red peppers and heavy cream, stir in Cajun seasoning, simmer, and add Parmesan until creamy.
- Toss pasta in sauce and serve with chicken bites. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness. Reheat leftovers gently with milk to restore creaminess.
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 38gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 910mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 280mgIron: 2.1mg
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