Restaurant-Style Creamy Cajun Chicken

🍝 Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Bold, Creamy, and Irresistible!

Ready in 30 minutes • Serves 4 • Calories ~560 kcal per serving

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a weeknight hero: tender, seasoned chicken and sweet bell peppers tossed with pasta in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce spiked with smoky Cajun heat. It’s restaurant-quality comfort food you can make in just 30 minutes.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Pasta

• 12 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine) — holds sauce well.

For the Sauce

• 2 tbsp olive oil — for searing the chicken.
• 1 lb chicken breast, sliced — lean protein that soaks up spice.
• 1 onion, chopped — adds sweetness and depth.
• 3 cloves garlic, minced — aromatic base.
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced — color and crunch.
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning — smoky, spicy flavor.
• 1 cup heavy cream — creates a luxurious sauce.
• 1 cup grated Parmesan — nutty, savory richness.
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Chopped green onions or parsley, for garnish

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Cook the pasta: Boil in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
2. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken, season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté the veggies: In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper for 4–5 minutes until softened.
4. Make the sauce: Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk in Parmesan gradually until smooth. Season to taste.
5. Combine: Return chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss until fully coated. Add reserved pasta water as needed to thin the sauce.
6. Garnish & serve: Top with chopped green onions or parsley and serve immediately.

💡 Pro Tips

• Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smooth, silky sauce.
• Slice chicken evenly so it cooks uniformly and stays juicy.
• Don’t overcook pasta — slightly underdone pasta absorbs the sauce best.
• Swap chicken for shrimp or sausage for a tasty variation.

🍽️ Perfect Pairings

Serve with garlic bread, a fresh salad, or roasted vegetables. A crisp Chardonnay or iced tea pairs beautifully.

❤️ Why Everyone Loves It

This dish hits the trifecta: creamy, spicy, and satisfying. Quick enough for weeknights, impressive enough for guests — pure comfort with a Cajun twist.

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 20 mins

Total: 30 mins

Serves: 4

Calories: ~560 kcal/serving

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