Description
Looking for a bold, comforting dinner that hits every note? Garlic Butter Chicken Bites & Cajun Alfredo Mac with Crispy Onion Topping is your next crave-worthy recipe. Tender chicken chunks are pan-seared in rich garlic butter, paired with a Cajun-spiced Alfredo macaroni, and finished with a golden crispy onion topping. It’s the kind of dinner that blends indulgence with weeknight practicality. Whether you’re after a quick dinner, a cozy food idea, or easy recipes with wow factor, this dish fits perfectly. Great for casual entertaining, satisfying weeknight meals, or when you need something fast that doesn’t taste rushed.
Ingredients
1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
8 ounces elbow macaroni
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 ounces cream cheese
1 cup crispy fried onions
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning. Cook until golden and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Boil elbow macaroni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Stir in cream cheese until melted, then pour in heavy cream. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
6. Add Parmesan and remaining Cajun seasoning. Stir until sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
7. Add cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet. Toss everything together until coated.
8. Top with crispy fried onions just before serving for a crunchy finish.
Notes
For richer flavor, swap chicken breast with boneless chicken thighs.
To reheat leftovers, add a splash of cream or milk to bring back the creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: easy dinner, chicken pasta, Cajun Alfredo, comfort food, garlic chicken