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Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties: Best Spiced Beef Recipe

Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef
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Rich and creamy Alfredo bowtie pasta with a bold Cajun kick, made extra luscious with cream cheese, tender chicken, and a perfectly spiced sauce that clings to every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz bowtie pasta
  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • 1. Cook bowtie pasta in salted water according to package instructions; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
  • 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • 3. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and add to skillet.
  • 4. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through; remove and set aside.
  • 5. In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  • 6. Stir in heavy cream and cream cheese, whisking until smooth.
  • 7. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until sauce thickens.
  • 8. Return chicken to the skillet and mix well.
  • 9. Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water as needed to loosen sauce.
  • 10. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust Cajun seasoning to control heat level.
  • Shrimp can be substituted for chicken for a seafood twist.
  • Leftovers reheat best with a splash of cream or milk.

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Keywords: Cajun alfredo, cream cheese pasta, bowtie pasta, spicy alfredo

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