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Cajun Chicken Pasta

A creamy and spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta that's quick to prepare and perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 600

Ingredients

Pasta and Chicken

  • 12 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust to fit your heat preference.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the chicken.

Vegetables and Cream

  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Add extra for serving.

Seasoning and Garnish

  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method

Preparation

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.

Cooking

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Season the diced chicken with Cajun seasoning and add to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic; sauté until softened.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
  • Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving

  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

To store leftovers, let the pasta cool completely. Place it in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a splash of cream if it looks dry. For a seafood twist, you can use shrimp instead of chicken.
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