Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Easy Comfort Food for Any Night
This creamy Cajun chicken pasta is a quick and comforting dish that combines bold flavors with creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and add to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth.
- Return pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in Cajun seasoning for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 mg