Cajun Chicken Pasta
A bold, creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta packed with juicy chicken, smoky spices, and a sauce that clings to every noodle. A quick, easy, one-pan dinner perfect for weeknights or cozy family gatherings.
Ingredients
- - 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cubed
- - 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- - 1 tbsp olive oil
- - 1 tbsp butter
- - 1/2 red bell pepper sliced
- - 1/2 green bell pepper sliced
- - 1/2 red onion sliced
- - 3 cloves garlic minced
- - 1/2 cup chicken broth
- - 1/4 cup white wine or broth
- - 1 cup heavy cream
- - 8 oz penne pasta
- - Salt and pepper to taste
- - Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Toss cubed chicken with Cajun seasoning.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter, then sear chicken until browned. Remove.
- In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers, onion, and garlic until tender. Remove.
- Deglaze pan with wine and broth. Simmer until reduced.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
- Return chicken and veggies to pan. Stir well.
- Add cooked penne pasta. Toss until fully coated.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For less heat, use a mild Cajun seasoning or reduce quantity.
- Add parmesan to the cream sauce for extra richness.
- Use fettuccine or tagliolini for a variation.
- Cook pasta al dente—it will absorb sauce flavors better.