Cajun Chicken Pasta
Cajun chicken pasta is a flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich creamy sauce, all tossed with perfectly cooked fettuccine. This dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings the lively spirit of New Orleans to your dining table. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, every bite bursts with bold spices and comforting flavors that will leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions (sliced for garnish)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep ingredients by chopping bell peppers and mincing garlic.
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté seasoned chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add garlic and bell peppers to the skillet; cook until softened.
- Pour in heavy cream; stir and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, stirring in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg