Easy Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
A quick and creamy pasta dish with seasoned chicken and vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, cooking until sauce is creamy.
- Add cooked penne pasta and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently and add a splash of cream if sauce thickens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 75mg