Crispy Chicken Bites & Blackened Cajun Alfredo with Roasted Corn Twists
Craving bold flavor and creamy comfort? This Crispy Chicken Bites & Blackened Cajun Alfredo with Roasted Corn Twists delivers Southern-inspired crunch with Cajun-spiced richness. Juicy chicken is pan-fried to golden perfection, while creamy Alfredo wraps around every twist of fusilli, studded with sweet roasted corn. Whether you're looking for an easy dinner, comforting meal idea, or new food inspiration, this recipe hits the spot. Ideal for anyone searching for dinner ideas, easy recipes, or cozy comfort food classics.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Large saucepan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 8 ounces fusilli pasta
- 1 cup roasted sweet corn kernels
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with buttermilk and 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Prepare breading bowls with flour, eggs, and panko mixed with Cajun seasoning. Coat chicken.
- Heat oil and fry chicken pieces until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup water and drain.
- Sauté garlic in butter, then stir in cream, corn, and seasoning. Simmer.
- Add Parmesan and pasta water to make creamy sauce. Toss pasta to coat.
- Serve pasta with chicken bites. Garnish with parsley and black pepper.
Nutrition
Calories: 710kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 36gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 920mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 20mg
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