Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken (breasts or thighs); 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp butter; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 cup shredded Fontina cheese; 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Fresh parsley or scallions, optional for garnish

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A bold and creamy baked pasta featuring Cajun-spiced chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and a cheesy golden topping. Perfect for weeknights or gatherings.

Author: Maya Lawson
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless chicken (breasts or thighs)
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded Fontina cheese
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or scallions, optional for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season chicken with Cajun spices and cook in oil and butter until golden. Set aside.
Cook pasta until slightly underdone. Drain and reserve a little pasta water.
In the same pan, sauté garlic and onion until soft.
Add cream and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in Parmesan and Fontina until melted.
Combine sauce, chicken, and pasta. Stir gently.
Transfer to a baking dish. Top with mozzarella.
Bake 20–25 minutes. Broil for 2–3 minutes if desired.
Rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with herbs.

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