Description
A flavorful Cajun chicken pasta that perfectly blends spices, creamy sauce, and tender chicken for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1/2 cup onion (sliced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, add bell peppers and onion. Sauté until tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to blend.
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce, mixing until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper. Cook until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve with garlic bread or a crisp salad for a well-rounded meal. Ensure quality Cajun seasoning for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg