Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that captures the essence of Louisiana cuisine in just one bowl. This recipe combines tender chicken and vibrant bell peppers enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this quick-to-prepare pasta dish promises to impress with its bold flavors and comforting texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red and green), diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with Cajun seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook seasoned chicken until golden brown and cooked through (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced bell peppers and minced garlic until tender (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir well and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with drained fettuccine, mixing until coated in sauce.
- Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 280g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: For added spice, consider increasing the amount of Cajun seasoning or adding red pepper flakes. Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat with a splash of cream to maintain creaminess.