Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: An Easy, Indulgent Dinner Delight
A creamy, flavorful Cajun chicken pasta that’s easy to make and perfect for dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and Cajun seasoning; cook until browned.
- Add chopped bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic; sauté until soft.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until combined.
- Add pasta to the skillet and stir until coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve.
Notes
- For added flavor, let the pasta sit in the sauce for a few minutes before serving.
- Feel free to add more vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cajun, chicken, pasta, creamy, dinner