Description
Get ready for a flavor-packed twist on classic Alfredo. Hot Honey Cajun Chicken Alfredo with Basil Feta Swirl & Crispy Brussels Chips is bold, creamy, spicy, and crunchy all in one dish. It’s a quick dinner idea with easy prep, featuring tender Cajun-spiced chicken glazed in hot honey, creamy feta and basil Alfredo sauce over rotini, and crispy roasted Brussels sprout chips for that perfect finishing crunch. Whether you’re looking for a weeknight dinner, comfort food with a twist, or flavorful food ideas, this is a guaranteed hit.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp hot honey
1 tbsp unsalted butter
8 oz rotini pasta
1.5 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves minced
1.25 cups heavy cream
0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
0.25 cup grated Parmesan
0.25 cup fresh basil leaves finely chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
1.5 cups Brussels sprouts finely shaved or sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt to taste
Fresh chopped parsley or chives
Drizzle of hot honey
Instructions
1. Toss chicken with Cajun seasoning, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss shaved Brussels sprouts with olive oil and salt. Spread on parchment-lined sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway. Set aside.
3. Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
4. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes. Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in feta and Parmesan until smooth, then add basil, salt, and pepper.
5. Toss in cooked pasta and stir until evenly coated. Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if needed.
6. In a hot skillet, sear chicken pieces until browned and cooked through. Reduce heat, add butter and hot honey, and toss to coat.
7. Plate the pasta, top with glazed chicken, and scatter crispy Brussels chips on top. Garnish and drizzle extra hot honey if desired.
Notes
For best flavor, use block feta instead of pre-crumbled—it melts smoother into the sauce.
Let your Brussels sprouts dry fully before roasting to guarantee crispiness.
Save pasta water! It’s your best tool for adjusting Alfredo texture without cream overload.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: spicy chicken pasta, hot honey chicken, creamy Alfredo, quick dinner, food ideas, comfort food