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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Indulgent One-Pot Perfection

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A creamy, flavorful one-pot dish featuring Cajun-seasoned chicken and penne pasta.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (any color you like)
  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the sliced chicken with Cajun seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot, add chicken, and cook until browned, then set aside.
  3. Sauté onion and bell pepper in the same pot until tender, then add garlic.
  4. Stir in penne pasta and chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer until pasta is al dente.
  5. Add the chicken back, pour in heavy cream, and stir in Parmesan cheese until creamy.

Notes

  • Feel free to use any color bell pepper you prefer.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free pasta)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg