Description
Experience the rich and bold flavors of the South with this Irresistible Creamy Cajun-Style Chicken Pasta. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and a creamy Cajun-infused sauce, all tossed with your favorite pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will elevate any meal into a gourmet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red or yellow)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and onion; sauté until fragrant (2-3 minutes). Add bell peppers and cook until just tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Toss drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce. If too thick, add reserved pasta water until creamy.
- Serve hot topped with Parmesan cheese and extra Cajun seasoning if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg