Description
A comforting dish of pasta enveloped in creamy sauce and flavorful Cajun spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Rub chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet, let rest, and slice.
- Sauté bell pepper, onion, and garlic in the same skillet for 4-5 minutes until tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet, tossing everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes. This recipe is versatile with options for additional veggies or protein swaps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 625
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Cajun, Pasta, Chicken, Creamy, Comfort Food