Ingredients:

1. 12 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
2. 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 small breasts
3. 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
4. 2 tbsp olive oil or butter divided
5. 3 tbsp butter
6. 3 cloves garlic minced
7. 1 cup heavy cream
8. 1 cup grated Parmesan plus extra for serving
9. 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
10. Salt and black pepper to taste
11. Chopped parsley for garnish optional

Instructions:

1. Season chicken evenly with Cajun seasoning, pressing it into the meat.
2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken 4–6 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through. Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
3. Cook pasta per package; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
4. In the same skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter with remaining oil; sauté garlic 30 seconds.
5. Add broth and cream; simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
6. Toss pasta into sauce, adding reserved water to loosen if needed. Add sliced chicken on top and heat 1 minute. Season to taste.