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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 8 oz fettuccine pasta
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
– 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup spinach, fresh
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Creating Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a simple endeavor if you follow these easy-to-follow steps:

1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Cook Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add Cream and Broth: Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
5. Add Tomatoes and Spinach: Add the halved cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach to the skillet. Cook until the spinach is wilted.
6. Combine Chicken: Return the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to mix with the sauce.
7. Mix in Pasta: Add the drained fettuccine pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated in the creamy sauce.
8. Add Cheese: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce.
9. Taste and Adjust: Season with additional salt and pepper as needed.
10. Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

These steps guide you in creating an incredible Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta without any fuss!

  • Author: abd.bendahi@gmail.com
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Fat: 24g
  • Protein: 30g