Description
Indulge in this decadent Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe that’s bursting with flavor. Tender chicken strips, colorful bell peppers, and fettuccine or penne pasta are coated in a rich and creamy Cajun-infused sauce. This dish is a perfect combination of spicy, savory, and satisfying!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced into strips)
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (plus more to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook in olive oil until browned. Set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Sauté bell peppers and garlic, then add cream, Parmesan, and seasonings. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Add pasta and chicken to the sauce, toss to coat, and simmer briefly. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- You can use half-and-half for a lighter version or swap chicken for shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
