Description
Cajun Chicken Pasta is a deliciously creamy dish that marries zesty Cajun spices with tender chicken and vibrant vegetables. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. The rich sauce envelops fettuccine pasta, turning an ordinary meal into a flavorful experience reminiscent of New Orleans. Whether you’re a novice cook or a seasoned chef, this dish guarantees satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red and green)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté the chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Add bell peppers and garlic; cook for an additional 3 minutes until tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken.
- Toss in cooked fettuccine and mix until well coated; sprinkle with Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg