Description
Looking for the best cajun chicken pasta recipe? This one is quick, easy, and full of smoky spice perfect for cozy dinners! Whether you need a healthy meal idea or a simple weeknight dish, this recipe delivers every time. Great for date nights, family dinners, and special occasions. Save this easy cajun chicken pasta recipe for your next meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz pasta (linguine or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken until blackened and cooked through. Set aside.
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic, then add cream and simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and extra Cajun seasoning to taste.
- Toss pasta in sauce until coated.
- Slice chicken and place on top of pasta. Serve warm.
Notes
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten flavors.
- Use half-and-half instead of cream for a lighter version.
- Homemade Cajun seasoning adds fresher flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg