Description
Irresistible Five‑Ingredient Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a bold, creamy dinner made with seasoned chicken, pasta, and a rich Cajun cream sauce—ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2‑3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 12 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine works well)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, season the chicken all over with the Cajun seasoning.
- In a large skillet over medium‑high heat, cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, then remove from the pan and slice.
- Reduce heat to medium, pour the heavy cream into the same skillet and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the chicken.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until it melts and forms a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the pan, tossing everything so the pasta is coated in the sauce and the chicken is well distributed.
- Serve immediately, with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of Cajun seasoning if desired.
Notes
- You can toss in sautéed bell peppers or spinach for extra color and veggies.
- Shrimp makes a great substitute for chicken, and half‑and‑half can be used instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Be sure to use freshly grated Parmesan, not pre‑shredded, for the best melt and flavor.
- Leftovers reheat well in a skillet with a splash of cream or milk to loosen the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
