Description
A delicious and creamy pasta dish infused with Cajun spices and tender chicken, perfect for a flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced chicken and Cajun seasoning; cook until chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer and let it thicken slightly.
- Add cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese; toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg