Cajun Spiced Turkey Alfredo (Print Version)
Spiced turkey and bold Alfredo meld in creamy pasta, delivering rich flavor for any weeknight dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Turkey
01 - 14 oz turkey breast, cut into bite-sized strips
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Pasta
06 - 12 oz fettuccine or linguine
→ Alfredo Sauce
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
10 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
14 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine turkey strips with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned turkey and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove turkey from skillet and set aside.
04 - Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
06 - Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and ground nutmeg. Continue cooking, stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
07 - Add cooked pasta and sautéed turkey to the skillet. Toss to coat well. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
08 - Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and extra grated Parmesan as desired. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Bursting with Cajun flavor and creamy sauce in every bite
- Easy weeknight meal the whole family will enjoy
02 -
- Contains dairy and gluten always check ingredient labels for allergens
- For gluten free use certified gluten free pasta and verify all seasonings
03 -
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce for extra heat
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency at the end