Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Comfort Food Made Easy
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Enjoy a rich and flavorful dish with this creamy Cajun chicken pasta recipe that’s easy to prepare and absolutely delicious.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Add the garlic and bell peppers, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta and green onions, tossing to combine and heat through. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more Cajun seasoning or some red pepper flakes.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg