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Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Flavorful Recipe You’ll Love!

Cajun Chicken Pasta is a flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and creamy sauce with penne pasta, seasoned with Cajun spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 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
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the onion and bell peppers. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet along with the drained pasta. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes when cooking the chicken.
  • You can substitute the heavy cream with a lighter option like half-and-half or use a dairy-free cream for a lighter version.

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