Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: An Indulgent Dinner to Savor
A Bold, Flavor-Packed Dinner
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the onion and bell peppers to the skillet, cooking until softened.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, mixing everything together.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less Cajun seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Dinner, Pasta Recipe