Description
Cajun Chicken Pasta is a flavorful and spicy dish that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a creamy Cajun sauce, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the sliced chicken with Cajun seasoning and add to the skillet; cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet; sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese; toss to combine and heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy alternative.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Pasta, Spicy Chicken Pasta, Creamy Pasta Recipe