Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Comforting Family Favorite
A delicious and creamy take on Cajun chicken pasta that your whole family will love.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound chicken breasts, sliced
- 8 ounces pasta (such as penne or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the sliced chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Add the garlic, bell pepper, and onion to the skillet, cooking until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese; stir until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra heat, add more Cajun seasoning.
- You can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, family recipe, comfort food