Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Comfort for Any Night
This creamy Cajun chicken pasta is the perfect indulgent meal for any night of the week, bursting with flavor and comfort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and season with Cajun seasoning. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add garlic, bell peppers, and onions to the skillet, sautéing until tender.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, then stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, mixing well to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra heat, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Fresh herbs like parsley can be a delicious garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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