Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Comfort Food at Home
A delicious and flavorful creamy Cajun chicken pasta recipe that can be made at home for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add bell peppers and onion to the skillet, sautéing until tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Stir in cooked pasta and parmesan cheese until well combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add extra Cajun seasoning or hot sauce.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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