Description
Cajun Chicken Pasta is a creamy, spicy, and comforting dish made with tender chicken, Cajun seasoning, sautéed vegetables, and pasta tossed in a rich sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, it delivers bold flavor in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2–3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or choice)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and slice.
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic, onion, and bell peppers. Sauté until softened, about 4–5 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted into the sauce.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet until evenly coated.
- Return sliced chicken to skillet and stir gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste if you prefer milder or spicier flavors.Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce.Rotisserie or pre-cooked chicken can be substituted to save time.Add extra vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini for a nutrient boost.Best served fresh, as creamy sauces don’t freeze well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
