Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Delicious Twist on Comfort Food
Indulge in this Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta that brings a flavorful twist to your comfort food favorites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pasta
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add the bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and mix well.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in Cajun seasoning for a few hours before cooking.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for easy meals throughout the week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
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