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garlic butter chicken bites cajun alfredo mac with crispy onion topping

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites Cajun Alfredo Mac: 5 Flavor Bombs


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Garlic butter chicken bites served over Cajun Alfredo mac and topped with crispy onions.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 tbsp garlic butter
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup crispy fried onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, melt garlic butter over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning.
  4. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. In a saucepan, combine heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; stir until smooth.
  6. Mix cooked macaroni with the Alfredo sauce.
  7. Add garlic butter chicken to the macaroni and stir well.
  8. Serve topped with crispy fried onions.

Notes

  • Adjust Cajun seasoning to your taste.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: garlic butter chicken bites, Cajun Alfredo mac, crispy onion topping