Description
Creamy cajun chicken pasta brings southern comfort to your dinner table with a spicy, rich blend of flavors. Succulent chicken, zesty seasonings, and silky sauce combine to create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Pasta and Vegetables:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) fettuccine
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
Seasonings and Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Boil fettuccine in salted water at 212°F until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Generously coat chicken breasts with Cajun spice blend, ensuring complete coverage.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Sear chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, achieving a golden-brown exterior and internal temperature of 165°F.
- Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 3 minutes.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced bell peppers and onions until softened and slightly caramelized, about 4-5 minutes.
- Slice chicken into thin, diagonal strips and return to the skillet with vegetables.
- Pour heavy cream and sprinkle Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until sauce thickens and coats ingredients evenly.
- Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
- Plate fettuccine and top with creamy Cajun chicken mixture.
- Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and herbal freshness.
Notes
- Spice Control: Adjust Cajun seasoning intensity by using mild or hot blends to match personal heat tolerance.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prep chicken and vegetables earlier in the day to streamline cooking process during busy evenings.
- Protein Swap: Replace chicken with shrimp, tofu, or plant-based protein for diverse dietary preferences.
- Lightening Option: Substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or half-and-half to reduce calorie content while maintaining creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-24 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg