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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Easy 30 Minute Weeknigh 2026 08 24 093833 1024x683 1

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta


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  • Author:mateo
  • Total Time:45 minutes
  • Yield:4 servings
  • Diet:Non-Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and vibrant dish featuring tender chicken, creamy sauce, and spiced fettuccine pasta, perfect for cozy autumn evenings.


Ingredients

  • 8 ozfettuccine pasta
  • 1lb chicken breast, diced
  • 2 tbspCajun seasoning
  • 2 cupsheavy cream
  • 1 cupchicken broth
  • 1 cupbell peppers, sliced
  • 1small onion, diced
  • 3cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbspolive oil
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish


Instructions

  1. Cookthe pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Seasonthe chicken: While the pasta cooks, season the diced chicken with Cajun seasoning, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
  3. Sautéthe chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Preparethe vegetables: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sliced bell peppers. Sauté until softened, approximately 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Createthe sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  6. Combine: Return the chicken to the skillet and add the cooked pasta, tossing to coat all the ingredients in the creamy sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, making sure everything is heated through.
  7. Garnishand serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top before serving for a lovely pop of color and freshness.

Notes

Don’t skip the garlic for depth of flavor. Adjust spice levels according to preference and consider gluten-free pasta for dietary needs.

  • Prep Time:15 minutes
  • Cook Time:30 minutes
  • Category:Main Course
  • Method:Sautéing
  • Cuisine:Cajun