Description
Cajun Chicken Pasta is a flavorful and spicy dish combining tender chicken, pasta, and a creamy sauce with Cajun spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and Cajun seasoning; cook until chicken is browned.
- Add onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Pour in heavy cream; stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Add cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese; mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- This dish pairs well with garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
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: 100mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Pasta, Spicy Chicken Pasta, Creamy Pasta Dish