Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: An Indulgent Flavor-Packed Delight
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a flavor-packed dinner that combines spicy Cajun seasoning with creamy goodness, making it an indulgent meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until tender.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Mix until combined and creamy.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 70 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
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