Description
Spice up your dinner routine with Spicy Rattlesnake Pasta, a delicious fusion of bold Cajun flavors and creamy cheese sauce. This dish features tender penne pasta, vibrant bell peppers, and your choice of chicken or shrimp, all enveloped in a rich sauce that can be whipped up in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this customizable recipe allows you to adjust the heat to suit your taste. Whether you’re in need of quick dinner ideas or craving comforting pasta goodness, Spicy Rattlesnake Pasta is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast or shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted water until al dente and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
- Sear seasoned chicken or shrimp in olive oil until cooked through; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced bell peppers and garlic until softened.
- Add Cajun seasoning, then pour in heavy cream and stir in Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Combine the drained pasta and protein into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and lime juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Adjust spice levels by modifying Cajun seasoning or red pepper flakes according to your preference. Feel free to substitute chicken with sausage or extra vegetables for a different flavor profile.