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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Flavorful Twist on Comfort Food

Learn how to make delicious Cajun Chicken Pasta Creamy. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Gathering your ingredients before you start is half the battle won. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 1 pound of chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 pound of penne pasta
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1 cup of chicken broth
  • 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

If you’re out of something or prefer alternatives, feel free to substitute the chicken breast with thighs for juicier bites, or use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.

Instructions

Time to roll up those sleeves and get cooking! Here’s how you can whip up this delightful meal:

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and minced garlic. Sauté until the peppers are tender, around 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken back into the skillet along with the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir to combine, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan for extra flavor.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then add the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy and thick.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and add the pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

And there you have it! A hearty meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes. My tip? Keep a spoon handy for sneaky taste tests—you might find it hard to resist!

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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