Description
A delightful blend of flavors featuring creamy sauce, tender chicken, and al dente pasta, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mix of colors for visual appeal)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Boil a pot of salted water, add penne pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Toss chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sliced bell peppers. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Lower heat and pour in heavy cream and honey. Stir well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked penne pasta and seared chicken back into the skillet. Toss together, adding reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a skillet over low heat, adding chicken broth if needed.
- For freezing, use a freezer-safe container and consume within 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cajun, Chicken, Pasta, Honey Butter, Southern Cuisine