Description
A flavorful and comforting Cajun chicken pasta dish featuring a creamy sauce, vibrant bell peppers, and perfectly seasoned chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil water and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and slice the chicken.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add chopped onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine and bring to a simmer until it thickens.
- Combine: Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken, tossing everything together in the creamy sauce.
- Season and Serve: Finish with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot topped with fresh Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference. For additional flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice or hot sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cajun, chicken pasta, comfort food, creamy pasta, weeknight dinner