Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delightful fusion of tender chicken and rich, spicy cream sauce, enveloping pasta in flavors that transport you straight to New Orleans. This dish is perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, showcasing vibrant colors and mouthwatering aromas that are sure to impress. In just 30-40 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that satisfies every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and stir in Cajun seasoning.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, combine with the sauce, and add cooked pasta. Toss until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg