Description
A flavorful and comforting dish combining Cajun-seasoned chicken with creamy pasta, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain it and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, then cook in the skillet until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and slice into strips.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Then, stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to create a sauce.
- Toss the drained pasta in the skillet until well coated with the creamy sauce.
- Layer the sliced chicken on top and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Pasta, quick dinner, creamy pasta, Cajun recipe, weeknight meal