Description

If comfort food had a spicy, crunchy, creamy best version of itself—this would be it. These **Garlic Butter Chicken Bites & Cajun Alfredo Mac with Crispy Onion Topping** hit every craving in one bowl. Juicy chicken pieces seared in garlic butter, creamy Cajun-spiced macaroni, and a crispy golden onion topping bring serious flavor and texture. It’s the perfect dinner idea when you need something bold, satisfying, and easy to love. Great for weeknight meals, weekend indulgence, or impressing guests with zero stress. If you’re looking for creamy pasta, quick dinner, or Southern-inspired food ideas, this one delivers.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts

2 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic minced

1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

8 ounces elbow macaroni

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons cream cheese

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup crispy fried onions

1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

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Instructions

1. Cut chicken into bite-sized chunks and season with Cajun seasoning.

2. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add chicken and cook until golden and done. Remove and set aside.

3. Cook macaroni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, add more butter if needed. Pour in heavy cream, then add cream cheese and stir until melted.

5. Add cheddar, Parmesan, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.

6. Add cooked macaroni and mix to coat. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened.

7. Serve mac and cheese in bowls, top with garlic butter chicken bites.

8. Garnish with crispy fried onions and chopped parsley.

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest sauce.

Add cayenne if you want more heat in the Alfredo.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 685
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 810mg
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 23g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 155mg