Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
Indulge in a rich and creamy dish of Cajun chicken pasta featuring savory turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crisp. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions until translucent.
- Add garlic and Cajun seasoning, stirring until fragrant.
- Add chicken breast, cooking until browned and cooked through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add cooked pasta and bacon, mixing well to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp for a different protein option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta