Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich, velvety sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. This delightful recipe captures the essence of New Orleans cuisine, bringing bold flavors and comforting textures to your table. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this easy-to-make meal will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red or yellow)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and diced bell peppers for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth to the skillet, scraping up any bits from the bottom. Stir in additional Cajun seasoning and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and add to the sauce along with sliced chicken. Toss to coat.
- Remove from heat, stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: New Orleans
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg