Description
Cajun Chicken Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Louisiana cuisine right to your dinner table. Creamy fettuccine or penne pasta is coated in a zesty Cajun sauce, featuring tender chicken and colorful bell peppers. This one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, impressing both family and friends with its bold flavors and delightful aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun spice blend
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and slice bell peppers.
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add chicken and Cajun spices; cook until golden brown (7-10 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add bell peppers and garlic; sauté until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Make Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring until simmering. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta and chicken to the sauce; stir well to coat.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley or extra cheese as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg