Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Bold, Indulgent Dinner Delight
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a deliciously bold and indulgent dish that’s perfect for dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- Salt to taste
- 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 chicken and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat. Mix in green onions.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra spice, add more Cajun seasoning.
- This dish can easily be made with shrimp instead of chicken for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Dinner, Indulgent, Bold Flavor