Description
Cajun Chicken Pasta is a vibrant dish that brings together tender chicken, a creamy, spicy sauce, and al dente fettuccine, all enhanced by colorful bell peppers and fresh herbs. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe is both easy to prepare and delightfully satisfying. With its rich flavors and aromatic appeal, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the chicken by rinsing and patting dry; slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning and let sit for flavor infusion.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sliced bell peppers; sauté until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and stir gently; bring to a simmer before adding Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Toss in cooked fettuccine and mix well to coat; let everything mingle on low heat for an additional minute.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg