Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, rich cream sauce, and a blend of Cajun spices for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions, garlic, and bell peppers until tender.
- Add heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce thickens.
- Slice the cooked chicken and add it to the sauce.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, then toss with the creamy chicken mixture.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level.
- Add a splash of lemon juice for a tangy twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Cajun recipe, chicken pasta, easy dinner