Blackened Chicken Alfredo Sauce, A Creamy, Spicy High-Protein Classic.
A creamy, spicy high-protein pasta dish that combines smoky blackened chicken with rich homemade Alfredo sauce — perfect for weeknight dinners or fitness meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
8 oz fettuccine pasta
2 tbsp butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Optional: 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese (for extra protein)
Instructions
1. Slice chicken breasts into cutlets. Mix all spices and rub evenly over the chicken.
2. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until blackened. Remove and rest.
3. In a saucepan, melt butter. Add cream and simmer 2–3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
4. Optional: Blend Greek yogurt or cottage cheese and mix into the sauce for a protein boost.
5. Cook fettuccine as directed. Toss with Alfredo sauce.
6. Slice chicken and serve over sauced pasta. Garnish with parsley and fresh cracked pepper.
Notes
For low-carb, use zucchini noodles or chickpea pasta.
Double the chicken for extra protein or use leftover chicken to save time.
Store leftovers in separate containers to keep texture fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 115mg