Cajun Chicken Pasta
A flavorful pasta dish with a creamy Cajun sauce, tender chicken, and vibrant vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken in olive oil and Cajun seasoning until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add garlic, bell peppers, and onions to the skillet, cooking until softened.
- Create the sauce by pouring in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing to mix.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Notes
Adjust the spiciness by modifying the amount of Cajun seasoning. Fresh ingredients provide the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg