One Pot Cajun Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
A creamy, flavorful one-pot dish combining Cajun-spiced chicken, tender broccoli, and pasta in a rich Alfredo sauce.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 8 ounces broccoli florets (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 medium shallot (finely diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 ounces parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
Protein
- 1 ¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cubed into 1 inch pieces)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
Dairy & Pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ½ pound dried penne rigate pasta (or similar pasta)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Cut broccoli into bite-sized pieces, dice shallot, and mince garlic.
- Pat chicken dry, toss with Cajun seasoning, sear in a heated skillet until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add broccoli to the same pan, cook for 5 minutes until browned, then steam with water for 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Melt butter, sauté shallots until translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant. Pour in chicken stock, cream, and pasta, simmer for 5-8 minutes until just under al dente.
- Return chicken and broccoli to the pan, add Parmesan, stir, and simmer until sauce thickens. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Ensure to stir occasionally to prevent sticking and boiling over.