Description
A delightful Cajun chicken pasta dish combining creamy sauce with vibrant spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Once done, drain and set aside.
- Heat the skillet: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Season and cook the chicken: Season the diced chicken breast with Cajun seasoning. Add it to the hot oil and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until browned.
- Remove the chicken: Take the cooked chicken out of the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté the veggies: In the same skillet, add the chopped bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Create the sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Combine everything: Add the cooked pasta and browned chicken back into the skillet. Toss to coat.
- Season it right: Taste and adjust with salt and pepper.
- Garnish and serve: Add chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
This dish can be prepared in advance. Store components separately in the fridge for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg