Cajun Alfredo Sauce
Whip up this creamy, flavorful Cajun Alfredo sauce in minutes! Rich and delicious, it’s perfect for pairing with pasta, chicken, or seafood for an easy, restaurant-quality meal or quick weeknight dinner.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 412kcal
Equipment
- large saucepot or skillet
- Whisk
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- 1 shallot diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1 Tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- lemon juice or zest optional
- chopped parsley or chives optional
Instructions
- In a large saucepot over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
- Add the diced shallot and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Whisk in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Cajun seasoning. Stir until well combined and let it simmer for 5-8 minutes. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
- Add chopped parsley or chives and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, if desired. Serve sauce with pasta or drizzled over chicken and seafood.
Notes
- For a pasta sauce: If the sauce is too thick, stir in some reserved pasta water a little at a time. The starchy water will help thin the sauce while maintaining its creamy texture.
- If using store-bought Cajun seasoning, it will probably contain salt and pepper. Check for the amount of sodium, taste and season with more salt and pepper if necessary.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to suit your preferred spice level. Begin with a teaspoon and increase gradually if you want a spicier flavor. For an extra touch of heat, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
Calories: 412kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 406mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2052IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 1mg
