Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Luxuriously Indulgent Delight
A creamy and rich pasta dish with a touch of Cajun spice, perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free, if using gluten-free pasta
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and Cajun seasoning; cook until browned.
- Add onion, garlic, and bell peppers; sauté until tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add cooked fettuccine and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Leftovers can be reheated with a splash of cream to restore the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
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