Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines succulent chicken, twirls of pasta, and a rich, velvety sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices. This easy-to-make recipe transforms any dinner into a gourmet experience, impressing family and friends alike. Perfect for weeknight meals or special gatherings, each bite bursts with flavor that keeps everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces; finely dice onions and bell peppers.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add chicken pieces and season with salt and Cajun seasoning until golden brown.
- Add vegetables & garlic: Toss in onions and bell peppers; sauté until onions are translucent. Stir in minced garlic.
- Create the sauce: Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously; simmer gently until slightly thickened.
- Toss in the pasta: Add cooked pasta directly to the skillet and mix well to coat with sauce; stir in Parmesan cheese.
- Serve & enjoy: Plate portions topped with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg