Description

This Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites & Roasted Red Pepper Cajun Alfredo Twists recipe blends crispy, zesty chicken with smoky, creamy Cajun Alfredo pasta. It’s a bold, comforting chicken dinner packed with flavor and easy enough for weeknights.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon cracked black pepper

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon paprika

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

8 ounces pasta twists (fusilli or rotini)

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons cream cheese

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

½ cup roasted red peppers, chopped

2 tablespoons butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and toss them with olive oil, lemon zest, cracked black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Let sit for 10 minutes.

2. Cook chicken in a hot skillet or air fryer at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

3. Boil pasta twists in salted water until al dente, then drain and reserve a bit of the pasta water.

4. In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic. Stir in heavy cream, cream cheese, and Cajun seasoning. Whisk until smooth.

5. Fold in roasted red peppers and Parmesan cheese. Simmer until thickened. Add reserved pasta water if needed.

6. Toss cooked pasta with the sauce.

7. Serve in bowls topped with crispy chicken bites and garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Use pre-cooked chicken and jarred sauce for a shortcut.

Add more Cajun seasoning if you prefer spicier flavor.

Roast your own peppers for deeper smoky flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet / Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 560
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 115mg