Cajun Chicken Pasta
A delightful dish combining creamy pasta with the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning, ideal for quick family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta Various types can work, choose your favorite.
Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Protein base for the dish.
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust based on spice preference.
Vegetables
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (red and yellow) Adds color and sweetness.
- 1 small sliced onion Enhances flavor of the dish.
Sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth Base for the creamy sauce.
- 1 cup heavy cream Creates the rich creamy sauce.
- to taste salt and pepper Season to preference.
- for serving grated Parmesan cheese Finishing touch for flavor boost.
Cooking Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the chicken.
Instructions
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine or penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
Cooking Chicken and Vegetables
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest, then slice into thin strips.
- In the same skillet, add sliced bell peppers and onion, cooking for 5-6 minutes until tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
Final Assembly
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken back to the skillet, tossing to coat everything in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
For a lighter dish, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Customize the level of spice or add more vegetables as desired.