Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Easy Comfort Food You’ll Love
A deliciously creamy and spicy pasta dish that’s perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup green onion, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and season with Cajun seasoning.
- Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese; toss to coat.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For extra spice, add more Cajun seasoning to taste.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh garden salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
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