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Cajun Chicken Pasta
A creamy and flavorful Cajun chicken pasta dish with a spicy kick.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
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Main Ingredients
0.5
pound
boneless, skinless chicken breast
cut into bite-sized pieces
0.3
pound
uncooked pasta
penne or fettuccine recommended
2
tablespoon
olive oil
0.5
cup
heavy cream
0.5
cup
grated Parmesan cheese
1
teaspoon
Cajun seasoning
0.5
teaspoon
garlic powder
0.25
teaspoon
onion powder
0.1
teaspoon
black pepper
salt
to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
While pasta is cooking, season chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Toss to coat evenly.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Reduce heat to medium. Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine with chicken. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy. Continue to simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce and chicken. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly.
Serve immediately. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
This dish is best served fresh. Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your preferred level of spice.