Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Comforting Family Favorite
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish that embodies the spirit of Cajun cooking, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions.
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook chicken until golden brown, then remove and slice.
- Add onion, garlic, and bell peppers to the skillet, sauté until tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing to a simmer.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese and cooked pasta, then add chicken back into the skillet.
- Toss everything together and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- This dish can be spiced up with extra Cajun seasoning according to preference.
- Pair with garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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