Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Cozy Family Recipe to Savor
A rich and flavorful pasta dish that combines the warmth of Cajun spices with creamy sauce and tender chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add chopped chicken. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
- Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add chopped bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic; sauté until vegetables are softened.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Cajun seasoning for a few hours before cooking.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg