Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Delight
This creamy Cajun chicken pasta is savory, delicious, and packed with flavor, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and turkey bacon, cooking until browned.
- Add the onion and garlic, stirring until fragrant.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning, then add the heavy cream and chicken broth.
- Bring to a simmer and add bell pepper.
- Mix in the cooked fettuccine and Parmesan cheese, stirring until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Add extra Cajun seasoning for more heat.
- Top with green onions for garnish if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta, Comfort Food