Description
Cajun Chicken Pasta is a flavorful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich creamy sauce and al dente pasta. Infused with zesty Cajun spices, it offers a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a delicious meal that brings joy and satisfaction to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté until onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and scrape up any browned bits from the pan; stir for about 2-3 minutes until bubbling.
- Toss in cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until evenly coated (about 2 minutes).
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 110mg