Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon for Easy Indulgence
A delectable dish that combines the rich flavors of Cajun spices with creamy pasta, featuring turkey bacon for added indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 strips turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add sliced bell peppers, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, and cooked turkey bacon.
- Mix in cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, you can substitute the chicken with mushrooms.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg