Ingredients
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Gather around, friends, because here’s what you’ll need to create this delightful dish:
- 1 pound of chicken breast, sliced into strips
- 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning (plus more for taste)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 cup of chicken broth
- 8 ounces of penne pasta
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Feel free to substitute the chicken with shrimp or even go vegetarian by adding mushrooms and zucchini. Cooking is about making it your own!
Instructions
Ready to bring some Cajun love into your kitchen? Follow these simple steps:
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, making sure each piece is well coated.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and sauté until they begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let it thicken slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, and additional Cajun seasoning if desired.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
This dish is all about confidence in the kitchen. Remember, it’s okay if the sauce splatters or if a few noodles fall out of the pan. That’s the beauty of home cooking!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, recipe, cooking, food
