Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of spicy Cajun flavors and creamy goodness with this Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta. Tender chicken strips, colorful bell peppers, and fettuccine are enveloped in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced into strips)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Prepare pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Sear the Chicken: Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, cook in olive oil until done, then set aside.
- Sauté Peppers and Make Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and garlic, then add cream, broth, and Parmesan. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken and pasta to skillet, toss to coat. Season, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste
- Substitute shrimp or sausage for chicken
- Use milk for a lighter version
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
