High-Protein Cajun Chicken Alfredo (Meal Prep)

This High-Protein Cajun Chicken Alfredo is a spicy, creamy pasta meal that’s both delicious and macro-friendly. Made with high-protein pasta and a rich, cheesy sauce, this recipe delivers nearly 80g of protein per serving with only 628 calories. The sauce features a blend of cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, Fairlife protein milk, and parmesan, creating a lightened-up version of a classic comfort food. Perfect for meal prep, this dish serves four and holds up well in the fridge, ensuring you’ll be excited for every bite. Garnish with fresh parsley and adjust the Cajun seasoning to your spice tolerance. It's bold, creamy, and high-protein—everything a weeknight dinner should be.

Author: Hunt4Shredz

Category: Pasta

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Servings: 4 bowls

Calories: 755 kcal per serving

Ingredients

2 pound - chicken breast
8 ounce - high-protein pasta
1 tablespoon - olive oil
1 tablespoon - Cajun seasoning
½ cup - low-fat cottage cheese
½ cup - non-fat Greek yogurt
½ cup - Fairlife protein milk
1 cup - parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon - butter
1 teaspoon - garlic powder
1 teaspoon - onion powder
½ teaspoon - paprika
⅛ - Salt and pepper
⅛ - Fresh parsley

Instructions

Cook high-protein pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add diced chicken and Cajun seasoning.
Cook chicken until fully cooked and slightly browned, then remove from heat.
In a separate saucepan over low heat, combine blended cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, Fairlife milk, parmesan, butter, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Stir continuously until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and heated through.
Add cooked pasta and chicken to the sauce and mix until evenly coated.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley. Store leftovers in airtight containers for meal prep.