Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Bold & Indulgent Dinner Delight
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This creamy cajun chicken pasta is a deliciously bold and flavorful dinner that will satisfy your taste buds.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cajun seasoning; cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Add the cooked pasta and parmesan cheese to the skillet; stir until the cheese is melted and the pasta is coated.
- Add the bell peppers and green onions; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve warm.
Notes
- This dish can be made with shrimp or sausage instead of chicken for a different flavor.
- Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of cajun seasoning used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg