Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Cajun cooking right to your dinner table. Tender chicken melds perfectly with a spicy, creamy sauce and al dente penne pasta, creating a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun spice blend
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, cooking for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and slice.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for one minute. Add heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Cajun spice blend and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Toss cooked pasta and sliced chicken into the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve hot with additional Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Enhance nutrition by adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. For variety, substitute shrimp or sausage for the chicken. Adjust spice levels based on preference by modifying the amount of Cajun seasoning.