Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Flavorful Delight
This creamy Cajun chicken pasta with turkey bacon is a delicious twist on a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 4 ounces turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add the chopped turkey bacon and Cajun seasoning; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and mix well until melted and creamy.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine in the sauce and heat through.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.
- For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Cajun Recipes, Chicken Pasta