Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Flavor That Satisfies
This creamy Cajun chicken pasta is a delicious blend of flavors that satisfies your cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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