Creamy Cajun Alfredo Chicken Skillet (Printable Version)

Sautéed Cajun chicken in rich Alfredo sauce, served skillet-style. Easy, creamy, and ready in half an hour.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
03 - 1 bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1/2 onion, sliced
05 - 1 cup prepared Alfredo sauce

→ Optional

06 - Cooked pasta, for serving

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Heat the skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
02 - Add sliced bell pepper and onion to the skillet. Sauté until vegetables are softened, stirring occasionally.
03 - Reduce heat to medium. Stir in Alfredo sauce and simmer until the chicken and vegetables are well coated and heated through.
04 - Serve hot, either on its own or over cooked pasta as desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick to prepare so it fits any weeknight schedule
  • Cajun spices bring extra bold flavor to a classic sauce
  • You can use pantry Alfredo or make your own for extra richness
  • Flexible to serve with or without pasta for different dietary needs
02 -
  • High in protein which keeps you full longer
  • Adaptable for meal prep just reheat gently to keep sauce creamy
  • Makes delicious leftovers for lunch
03 -
  • Sear the chicken well before adding sauce for extra depth of flavor
  • I learned the hard way that crowding the skillet will steam instead of brown so cook in batches if needed
  • Always taste the Cajun seasoning before using since some brands are saltier or hotter than others
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