Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Comfort Food Awaits
A delightful blend of creamy sauce and Cajun spices brings out the best in chicken and pasta, creating a truly indulgent experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add sliced chicken.
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning over chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Reduce heat and add heavy cream and parmesan cheese, stirring until combined.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet, mixing well to coat the pasta.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra spice, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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