Description
Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken Pasta is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings the lively essence of Cajun cuisine right to your dinner table. Featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce infused with zesty spices, this pasta dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests. With its delightful combination of textures and flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup diced onions
Instructions
- Gather ingredients: Dice bell peppers and onions; season chicken with Cajun seasoning.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil; sauté seasoned chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic, onions, and bell peppers until fragrant. Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and remaining Cajun seasoning; stir until combined.
- Mix in cooked pasta and sliced chicken; adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 598
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 765mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 142mg