🍝 Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins
🛒 Ingredients:
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12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 lb chicken breast, sliced into strips
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2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
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1 small onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
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1 cup bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced
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1 tbsp butter
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley or green onions
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Cook Pasta
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Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Season & Cook Chicken
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Toss chicken strips with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté Veggies
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In the same skillet, add butter.
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Sauté onions, garlic, and bell peppers until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
4. Make Sauce
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Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream.
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Bring to a simmer and let it thicken slightly (about 3–5 minutes).
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Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Combine
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Return cooked chicken to the skillet.
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Add drained pasta. Toss everything together, coating the pasta with the creamy Cajun sauce.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve
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Garnish with parsley or green onions. Serve warm!
🍽️ Tips:
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Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
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Swap chicken for shrimp or sausage for variety.
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Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter sauce.
Want a homemade Cajun seasoning recipe or a low-carb version?
