Blackened chicken breast served on a bed of penne pasta tossed in Alfredo sauce, topped with Cajun spices, diced tomatoes, and parsley.

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.

Boil the Pasta

Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve a small amount of the pasta water.

Drain and Set Aside

In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the Cajun seasoning.

Mix Cajun Seasoning

Rub the Cajun seasoning generously over both sides of the chicken breasts.

Prepare Chicken

In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice blackened crust. Remove from skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Cook Chicken

In the same pot used for boiling the pasta, add the Alfredo sauce. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency. Stir to warm through.

Combine Pasta and Sauce

Add the drained penne pasta to the Alfredo sauce and toss until well-coated.

Toss in Pasta

Divide the Alfredo penne pasta among plates. Top each serving with sliced blackened chicken, diced tomatoes, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

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