Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Bold, Indulgent Dinner Delight
Indulge in the rich flavors of this creamy Cajun chicken pasta, a dish that combines bold spices with tender chicken and pasta to create a satisfying meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, coat the chicken breast with Cajun seasoning.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and slice.
- In the same skillet, sauté the onion and bell pepper until soft, then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and sliced chicken, tossing until everything is well coated in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
- For added heat, include more Cajun seasoning or a dash of hot sauce.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Cajun Dinner, Pasta Recipe