Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Delight
This creamy Cajun chicken pasta recipe with turkey bacon is a delightful and easy meal that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 4 strips turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add the cubed chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in the diced bell peppers and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and add the Cajun seasoning. Stir until combined.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning.
- Feel free to substitute the chicken with shrimp for a seafood version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Easy Recipe, Turkey Bacon