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Unbelievable! Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta in 1 Hour

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and creamy Cajun chicken pasta that comes together quickly for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 pound chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Vegetables

  • 1 piece onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped red bell pepper

Dairy & Liquids

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Pasta

  • 8 ounces pasta (cooked)
  • to taste Salt and pepper Salt and pepper

Garnish

  • to taste Fresh parsley chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan. Cook chicken until browned, then remove and set aside.
  • Add onion and bell pepper to the pan. Cook until softened, then stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Return chicken to heat through.
  • Toss cooked pasta with the sauce, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle additional Parmesan or fresh herbs before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cajun, chicken, Pasta