Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Delicious Twist with Turkey Bacon
A delicious twist on classic pasta with a creamy Cajun sauce and savory turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Add chopped turkey bacon to the skillet and cook until crispy.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, bell pepper, onion, and garlic; sauté for about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Add cooked fettuccine; toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra spice, add red pepper flakes to taste.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Pasta, Cajun Recipe