Description
Indulge in the flavors of the South with this creamy Cajun-style chicken pasta. Featuring tender chicken and vibrant bell peppers enveloped in a rich, spicy sauce, it’s the perfect dish for any occasion. This recipe is quick to prepare yet packed with flavor, making it an instant favorite among family and friends. Serve it for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, and watch as everyone asks for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the vegetables and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts seasoned with Cajun seasoning and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onions and bell peppers. Sauté until onions are translucent, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and add Parmesan cheese. Stir well and let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Add drained pasta to the sauce in the skillet. If needed, use reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency. Stir to combine before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 355g)
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 140mg