Best 5 Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Recipes

Craving a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine with the comforting texture of fettuccine pasta? Look no further! Our comprehensive guide will take you on a culinary journey, exploring the depths of this sumptuous Cajun chicken fettuccine recipe. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of spicy, smoky, and creamy flavors that will leave you craving more. Discover the art of creating a delectable sauce that seamlessly marries the heat of Cajun spices with the richness of tomatoes and cream, enveloping tender chicken and al dente fettuccine in a mouthwatering embrace. Unlock the secrets of achieving perfect balance between heat and flavor, creating a dish that is both exciting and approachable. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out in the kitchen, our guide will provide you with all the tools and knowledge you need to create a Cajun chicken fettuccine that will impress even the most discerning palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CAJUN CHICKEN FETTUCCINE

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For this quick-mix casserole, I combine two pasta sauces and add Cajun seasoning for kick. You could even try adding mushrooms or frozen peas. -Rebecca Reece, Henderson, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1 large sweet onion, halved and sliced
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
1/2 cup spaghetti sauce
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and peppers in oil until tender. Add the chicken, Cajun seasoning and garlic; heat through. Transfer to a large bowl. Drain fettuccine; add to chicken mixture. Stir in Alfredo and spaghetti sauces. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheeses. Cover and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake until golden brown, 10-15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 898mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CAJUN CHICKEN FETTUCCINE

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Colorful veggies and traditional Cajun seasonings combine with rotisserie chicken to quickly create this spicy Chicken Helper® dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 cups water
1 box Chicken Helper™ fettuccine Alfredo
1 tablespoon margarine or butter
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, cut into thin strips
1 medium green or red bell pepper, cut into thin bite-size strips
2 1/2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
3/4 cup tomato pasta sauce
3 cups cubed deli rotisserie chicken (from 2- to 2 1/2-lb chicken)

Steps:

In 2-quart saucepan, heat 3 cups water to boiling. Stir in pasta (from Chicken Helper box). Return to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Drain; cover to keep warm.
Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, melt margarine over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, onion and bell pepper; cook about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove from skillet.
In same skillet, mix milk, sauce mix (from Chicken Helper box), Italian seasoning, paprika and ground red pepper. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
Reduce heat. Cook uncovered 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in tomato pasta sauce, vegetables and chicken. Cook uncovered about 3 minutes longer or until thoroughly heated. Serve over pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1030 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CAJUN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH CHICKEN & SHRIMP

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This is one of my favorite meals. This recipe can also be made with shrimp only, chicken only, smoked sausage or any combination of meats your prefer.

Provided by Amy H.

Categories Seafood

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

1 (12 oz) pkg fettucine pasta
2 c boneless skinless chicken breast, grilled and sliced. (i use frozen tyson grilled chicken or you can make your own)
1/2 lb andouille sausage (or to lighten up, use turkey smoked sausage or omit)
1 lb medium to large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 1/2 c half & half (i use fat free)
1/3 c all purpose flour
1 c tomato sauce
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded & diced
4 clove garlic, minced
1 small onion, diced
4 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 Tbsp butter
1 c fresh shredded parmesan cheese
cajun seasoning to taste (i use about 2 tbsp.)
salt & pepper to taste
1/4 c fresh basil leaves (optional)
1/4 c chopped, fresh parsley
1/4 c freshly grated parmesan
1/4 c fresh, diced tomatoes.

Steps:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse, drain and set aside.
2. Melt 1 T. butter in a large, deep skillet. Add sausage, mushrooms, onions and peppers. Saute until tender and sausage is browned. Add minced garlic and saute thirty seconds more. Remove from pan. Set aside.
3. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning over shrimp. Melt remaining butter into pan and add shrimp to the pan. Saute over medium high heat until shrimp are pink and fully cooked. Set shrimp aside.
4. Mix half & half with flour using a fork until smooth and no lumps. Add half & half mixture, parmesan cheese and tomato sauce to the pan. Stir until nicely thickened sauce. Add salt, pepper and cajun seasoning to taste.
5. Add pasta, veggies, sausage & veggies, shrimp and chicken to the pan. Toss gently with sauce until thoroughly combined.
6. Salt and pepper to taste.
7. Spoon into a pasta bowl, top with fresh basil leaves, diced tomato and fresh chopped parsley. Sprinkle with a bit more fresh parmesan if desired.

CHICKEN FETTUCCINE, CAJUN STYLE

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This recipe came out of the Oregonian from Portland, Oregon by Hall Street Bar & Grill in Beaverton. When I made this I left out the cayenne pepper in both places. It was too spicy for me.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 2h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 26

Ingredients

1/3 cup butter
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, left whole
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon thyme
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/3 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon basil
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
2 cups tomato sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon basil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup butter
1 lb fettuccine pasta, uncooked
parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

To Prepare Sauce:.
Heat butter in saucepan over medium heat.
Add onion and whole garlic cloves and saute for 5 minutes.
Remove whole garlic and stir in minced garlic, thyme, cayenne pepper, white pepper,.
black pepper, and basil.
Continue cooking until onions are dark brown but not burned, about 20 minutes.
Stir in chicken stock, Worcestershire, and Tabasco sauces. Simmer for 20 minutes.
Add tomato sauce and bring mixture to low boil.
Stir in sugar and green onions. Simmer for 1 hour.
Sauce can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to use.
To prepare Chicken Seasoning Mix:.
Thoroughly combine the kosher salt, white pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, cumin, and basil.
To Finish:.
Toss seasoning mix with chicken cubes until cubes are evenly coated. In medium saucepan, melt 1/2 C butter. Saute chicken over medium heat until done, about 10 minutes.
Heat sauce and prepare fettuccine according to package directions.
Drain cooked pasta. Stir chicken into sauce and continue heating until hot.
Toss with cooked fettuccine. Serve immediately. Sprinkle each serving with grated parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 875.2, Fat 44.8, SaturatedFat 25.5, Cholesterol 257.2, Sodium 1859.4, Carbohydrate 78.1, Fiber 3, Sugar 10.3, Protein 41.4

V8 CAJUN CHICKEN FETTUCCINE

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Another fantastic recipe from V8!! So tasty and so easy to make - For one of those nights when you really don't have the time to cook a big meal, this is it -

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups v 8 juice (regular or low-sodium)
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless (about 1 lb)
1 large green pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
4 cups hot cooked fettuccine, cooked withut salt (regular or spinach)

Steps:

Stir the flourm vegetable juice, and Cajun seasoning in a medium boewl. Set aside.
Heat half the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until it's well browned on both sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining oil. Add the pepper and onion and cook until they are tender-crisp.
Add the flour mixtue to the skillet. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until the mixture boils and thickens. Return the chicken to the skillet. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Serve with fettuccine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 55.8, Carbohydrate 47.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.8, Protein 23.4

Tips:

Choose the right chicken. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are the best option for this dish, as they are easy to cook and shred.
Use a flavorful Cajun seasoning. The Cajun seasoning is what gives this dish its signature flavor, so be sure to use a good quality blend. Look for a blend that contains paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and white pepper.
Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. This usually takes about 10 minutes per side. You can check if the chicken is cooked by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. The internal temperature should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Shred the chicken. Once the chicken is cooked, shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
Make the fettuccine according to package directions. While the chicken is cooking, you can make the fettuccine according to the package directions.
Combine the chicken and fettuccine. Once the fettuccine is cooked, drain it and add it to the pot with the chicken. Stir to combine.
Add the sauce. Pour the Alfredo sauce over the chicken and fettuccine. Stir to coat.
Serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives, if desired.

Conclusion:

Cajun chicken fettuccine is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. With its creamy and flavorful Alfredo sauce, tender Cajun chicken, and al dente fettuccine, this dish is sure to become a favorite.