Description
Creamy Cajun chicken pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich, velvety sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe delivers comfort food at its finest. With its vibrant flavors and easy preparation, it’s bound to become a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy every bite as you savor the smoky paprika and hearty garlic notes that make this dish irresistible!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix colors)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping bell peppers and mincing garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and bell peppers; sauté until fragrant and softened.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, and Parmesan cheese until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain well.
- Toss cooked pasta with creamy sauce and sliced chicken until evenly coated. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg