Cajun Chicken Pasta
A creamy and spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta combining tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich sauce tossed with perfectly cooked pasta for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Season the sliced chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning evenly.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix thoroughly until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or serve with freshly sliced jalapeños on top.