Crispy Chicken Bites & Blackened Cajun Alfredo with Roasted Corn Twists
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort dish: Crispy Chicken Bites & Blackened Cajun Alfredo with Roasted Corn Twists. Juicy, golden chicken bites pair with creamy Cajun-spiced Alfredo pasta, complete with sweet roasted corn and tender twists of rotini. This easy recipe is a perfect choice for quick dinners, family meals, or cozy weekend comfort.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Pot
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, divided
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
- 1 cup roasted corn kernels
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate in buttermilk with 1 tsp Cajun seasoning for 30 minutes.
- Combine flour, breadcrumbs, and 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning. Coat the chicken pieces and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F and fry chicken bites in batches for 4-5 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add heavy cream and remaining Cajun seasoning. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy. Toss in pasta and roasted corn.
- Serve pasta topped with crispy chicken bites and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Double coat the chicken for extra crunch and add milk when reheating pasta for creaminess.
Nutrition
Calories: 720kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 42gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 980mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 20mg
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