Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: An Indulgent Twist on Dinner
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a bold, flavor-packed dinner option that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken and season with Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning.
- Use shrimp instead of chicken for a seafood version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 70 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
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