Description
A quick and flavorful Five-Ingredient Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe featuring tender Cajun-seasoned chicken breasts, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine. This dish combines simple ingredients to deliver a rich, spicy, and comforting pasta meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces fettuccine or your pasta of choice
Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (divided)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken: While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken breasts on both sides with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts. Cook each side for about 6-7 minutes or until browned and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board.
- Prepare the sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream to the same skillet. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning. Let the sauce simmer and thicken slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
- Slice the chicken: Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips or bite-sized pieces. Add the chicken back into the skillet with the sauce and stir to combine.
- Toss pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy Cajun sauce. Ensure everything is well mixed and warmed through.
- Serve: Serve the creamy Cajun chicken pasta hot. Optionally garnish with fresh herbs or grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Use any pasta shape you prefer if fettuccine is unavailable.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a lighter cream alternative.
- Garnish with parsley or basil for added freshness.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
