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Hot Honey Cajun Chicken Alfredo with Basil Feta Swirl and Crispy Brussels Chips

Indulgent Hot Honey Cajun Chicken Alfredo with Feta & Chips

This Hot Honey Cajun Chicken Alfredo with Basil Feta Swirl and Crispy Brussels Chips is a delightful blend of creamy pasta, spice, and sweetness.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts or Thighs Can substitute with shrimp or tofu
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adds smokiness and heat
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Honey Use regular honey with a pinch of cayenne as an alternative
For the Alfredo Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Consider full-fat coconut milk as a dairy-free option
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Goat cheese works well as a substitute
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Dried basil can be used but may lack bright flavor
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best texture
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For sautéing garlic
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Penne or farfalle are good substitutes
For the Brussels Chips
  • 1 pound Brussels Sprouts Roasted until crispy
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for roasting Brussels sprouts and cooking chicken

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • saucepan
  • large pot
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized chunks, add Cajun seasoning, olive oil, and salt; let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Brussels Sprouts: Preheat oven to 400°F, slice Brussels sprouts, drizzle with olive oil and salt, roast for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Sear the Chicken: Heat skillet, add marinated chicken, sear for 4-5 minutes each side, drizzle hot honey during last minute.
  4. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, cook rotini pasta until al dente, reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
  5. Make the Alfredo Sauce: Melt butter, sauté garlic, add heavy cream and simmer, mix in feta and Parmesan until smooth.
  6. Season the Sauce: Stir in basil, salt, and pepper; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Combine the Pasta and Sauce: Toss pasta in sauce, adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  8. Serve and Garnish: Plate pasta with chicken and Brussels chips, garnish with basil or feta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Elevate your meals with this delicious recipe and consider pairing it with a refreshing side salad for a well-rounded dinner.

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