Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: An Easy Indulgence for Pasta Lovers
Enjoy a deliciously creamy and spicy Cajun chicken pasta that satisfies your cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole
- Diet: Not specified
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and Cajun seasoning; cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and diced tomatoes; stir to combine.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet; toss to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.
- For a healthier option, substitute heavy cream with a light cream or cashew cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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