Five-Ingredient Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Easy & Delicious Dinner
This Five-Ingredient Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a quick and easy dinner option that can be made in just 30 minutes. The creamy sauce and Cajun spices create a delicious meal that the entire family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning and cook for another minute.
- Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning to taste.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp for a different protein option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
Keywords: Five-Ingredient, Creamy, Cajun Chicken, Pasta, Easy, Delicious