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Blackened Chicken Alfredo

Creamy Alfredo pasta tossed with blackened chicken and fresh parsley for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces chickpea pasta (Banza linguine recommended)
  • 1.5 pound chicken breast, boneless skinless fillets
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun blackening seasoning
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 shallot minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs
  • salt and pepper to taste, dash
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup parsley fresh, chopped

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large cast-iron or heavy skillet
  • second skillet or clean skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or tongs

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry and evenly coat both sides with the Cajun blackening seasoning.
  3. Heat a large cast-iron or heavy skillet over medium-high heat and melt 2 tablespoons of the butter until foaming.
  4. Add the seasoned chicken to the hot skillet and cook about 5 minutes per side, until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (74°C); remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes.
  5. Slice the rested chicken into strips and set aside.
  6. Wipe out the skillet or use a second clean skillet and melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  7. Add the minced garlic and shallot and cook, stirring, about 1 minute until fragrant; stir in the dried mixed herbs and season with a dash of salt and pepper.
  8. Whisk together the milk, water, and cornstarch until smooth, then pour into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer over low heat, stirring until the sauce thickens, about 3–5 minutes.
  9. Stir in the grated Parmesan until melted and the sauce is smooth.
  10. Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce and gently toss to combine and coat everything evenly.
  11. Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use Banza linguine or preferred chickpea pasta.
  • Let chicken rest before slicing to retain juices.
  • Whisk cornstarch into cold milk and water to avoid lumps.
  • Adjust blackening seasoning to taste for more or less heat.