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A close-up shot of a creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta dish, garnished with fresh herbs.

Proven way to grow, 5 Cajun Chicken Pasta

This Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It features tender chicken, flavorful Cajun seasoning, and a creamy pasta sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Pasta
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup diced tomatoes canned, drained
  • 0.5 cup green bell pepper diced
  • 0.5 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 0.5 cup onion diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • Tongs

Method
 

Cook the Chicken
  1. Toss chicken with 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning and 1 tablespoon olive oil until well coated.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet, slice into strips, and set aside.
Cook the Pasta & Sauce
  1. Cook fettuccine pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add diced tomatoes, green and red bell peppers, and onion, and cook for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  5. Return the cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together to combine thoroughly.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the Cajun seasoning. You can also use different types of pasta such as penne or rotini if you prefer.