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Creamy Cajun Chicken Alfredo pasta topped with garlic chili oil chicken bites and charred zucchini twists in a white bowl
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Garlic Chili Oil Chicken Bites & Cajun Alfredo with Charred Zucchini Twists

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 845kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons chili oil with flakes
  • 6 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarc h
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 2 medium zucchini , spiralized into thin twists
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente.
  • In a medium bowl, toss chicken cubes with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat chili oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken bites and sear for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Add half of the minced garlic during the last minute of cooking. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add olive oil and the spiralized zucchini. Sauté over high heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly charred but still firm. Remove and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet or a clean saucepan, melt the butter. Add the remaining garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a gentle simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat thoroughly.
  • Divide the pasta into bowls and top with the garlic chili oil chicken bites and charred zucchini twists.