Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful experience of Creamy Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta. This delightful dish marries the bold spices of Cajun cuisine with the creamy comfort of Italian pasta, making it a perfect choice for family dinners or romantic date nights. With its tantalizing blend of garlic, butter, and Cajun seasoning, every bite is a burst of flavor. Plus, it’s easy to prepare in under 35 minutes, allowing you to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a dish to impress guests, this pasta recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken seasoned with Cajun spices; cook until browned and cooked through.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese until well combined and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg