Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Soul-Warming Indulgence at Home
A deliciously creamy and spicy Cajun chicken pasta recipe that warms the soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the sliced chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook until golden brown.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stir until combined and simmer.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce and mix well.
- Garnish with parsley, salt, and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute the chicken with shrimp for a seafood variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta, Cajun Recipe