Cajun Chicken Pasta
This creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta blends tender spiced chicken with a rich, flavorful sauce and perfectly cooked pasta for a quick 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
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Rub the chicken breasts evenly with Cajun seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through and nicely browned. Remove chicken and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add sliced bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.
- Slice the rested chicken into strips and return to the skillet. Stir in Parmesan cheese and cooked pasta. Toss everything together to combine and heat through.
- Season with salt and black pepper as needed. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or serve with crushed red pepper flakes on the side.
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