Ingredients
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Let’s gather what you need to create this delicious one-pot wonder:
- 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
- Season the sliced chicken with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot, add chicken, and cook until browned, then set aside.
- Sauté onion and bell pepper in the same pot until tender, then add garlic.
- Stir in penne pasta and chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer until pasta is al dente.
- 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