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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: 30-Minute Family Favorite Recipe

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken and pasta in a rich, spicy sauce.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 2 chicken fillets, diced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add diced chicken and Cajun seasoning; cook until chicken is browned.
  4. Add bell peppers and cook until soft.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  6. Simmer for 5 minutes, then add Parmesan cheese.
  7. Mix in the cooked pasta and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Add more Cajun seasoning for extra spice.
  • Substitute chicken with shrimp for variation.
  • Can be made ahead and reheated.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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