Savor a mouthwatering plate of creamy fettuccine, perfectly coated with Alfredo sauce, and topped with zesty, buttery Cajun-spiced chicken in this exquisite culinary experience!
Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, chicken tenders, Cajun seasoning, grated Parmesan, salt, and black pepper.
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In a large pan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and sear until golden on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
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Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to rest.
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In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, lemon juice, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute.
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Pour the store-bought Alfredo sauce into the pan and whisk to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
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Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat. Stir in the lemon zest, half of the chopped parsley, and adjust salt and black pepper to taste.
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Serve the pasta in individual plates, top with the cooked chicken, and garnish with the remaining chopped parsley.