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Easy Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Bites Recipe with Sun-Dried Tomato Cajun Alfredo & Charred Broccolini

Easy Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Bites with Sun-Dried Tomato Cajun Alfredo & Charred Broccolini

Get ready to wow your taste buds with Easy Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Bites smothered in a creamy Cajun Alfredo sauce enriched with sun-dried tomatoes, served alongside perfectly charred broccolini. This quick dinner idea blends bold, smoky spice with silky, cheesy pasta for a dish that’s as weeknight-friendly as it is company-worthy. Perfect for those searching for easy dinner ideas, hearty food inspiration, or comfort food with a gourmet touch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Italian Fusion
Servings 4 servings
Calories 620 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Pot for Pasta
  • Grill pan

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 500 g boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.33 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 250 g pappardelle pasta
  • 1 bunch broccolini
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add Parmesan cheese and whisk until smooth.
  • Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes, simmer for a few minutes to blend flavors.
  • Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, drain pasta.
  • Toss broccolini with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Char in a grill pan or skillet until tender.
  • Return chicken to sauce, add pasta, and toss. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
  • Serve pasta with charred broccolini, garnished with parsley.

Notes

For richer flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan instead of pre-shredded. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Nutrition

Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 32gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 880mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 3.5mg
Keyword creamy pasta, easy dinner ideas, garlic parmesan chicken, quick meals
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