Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: An Indulgent Twist on Dinner
A bold and flavor-packed dinner that combines creamy sauce with Cajun spices and tender chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Reduce the heat and add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
- Substitute shrimp for chicken for a seafood twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Dinner, Pasta Recipes