Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
A rich and flavorful creamy Cajun chicken pasta that’s the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat-based
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until no longer pink in the center, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and diced tomatoes, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and sliced chicken back to the skillet, tossing to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, use more Cajun seasoning.
- This recipe is easily adaptable; feel free to add vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
Keywords: Cajun, chicken, pasta, creamy, comfort food