Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Bold, Indulgent Dinner Delight
A flavorful and creamy pasta dish that brings the bold tastes of Cajun cuisine to your dinner table.
- 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
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and season with Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned and no longer pink in the center.
- Add garlic, bell pepper, and onion to the skillet. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, bring to a simmer.
- Add cooked pasta and parmesan cheese, stirring until well coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Notes
- For extra spice, add more Cajun seasoning to taste.
- Serve with fresh parsley for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 70 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
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