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Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites

Zesty Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites: 20-Minute Magic

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Irresistible Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites with Roasted Red Pepper Cajun Alfredo Twists is a flavorful dish that combines zesty, juicy chicken with a creamy, slightly spicy Cajun Alfredo sauce and sweet, smoky roasted red peppers, all tossed with fettuccine pasta. It’s perfect for a weeknight meal or for entertaining.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 500g chicken fillet, cubed into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 red bell pepper, roasted and sliced into thin strips
  • 250g fettuccine pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to your spice level)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Toss the cubed chicken with lemon pepper seasoning and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Spread the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
  3. While the chicken bakes, cook the fettuccine pasta according to package directions. Reserve about a cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. Heat the remaining olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently for a minute. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and Cajun seasoning until the cheese melts into a luscious sauce.
  6. Fold in the roasted red pepper strips. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  7. Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss to coat. Gently fold in the cooked lemon pepper chicken bites.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper if needed.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a quicker option, use pre-roasted red peppers from a jar.
  • Adjust the Cajun seasoning to control the spice level.
  • Save pasta water to help achieve the perfect sauce consistency.
  • Roast your own red peppers for the best flavor by charring them over a flame or under the broiler until blackened, then steaming them to easily remove the skins.
  • Do not overcook the pasta; aim for al dente.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking, Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites, Roasted Red Pepper, Cajun Alfredo Twists, Pasta Dish, Easy Chicken Recipe, Weeknight Meal, Flavorful Chicken

Find it online: https://www.recipesmollybaz.com/lemon-pepper-chicken-bites/