Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich, creamy sauce infused with Cajun spices. This hearty meal is perfect for weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. With its satisfying flavors and colorful presentation, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced, preferably red and yellow)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and sear each side until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add garlic and bell peppers; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth.
- Combine: Slice rested chicken into bite-sized pieces and return to skillet with cooked pasta. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until well coated in sauce.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with more Cajun spice if desired.
- Serve: Plate the pasta, garnishing with fresh herbs like parsley or basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider adding spinach or zucchini to the sautéed vegetables. - Substitute heavy cream with a plant-based alternative for a lighter version.