Description
Creamy Cajun Pasta Delight is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender pasta with a rich, spicy cream sauce, infused with bold Cajun spices. Perfect for cozy gatherings or easy weeknight dinners, this recipe transforms any meal into a delightful feast. With its creamy texture and colorful ingredients, every bite offers an exciting taste adventure that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 boneless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and slice.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Gradually stir in heavy cream and let thicken slightly.
- Add cooked pasta, sliced chicken, spinach, and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Mix well until combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve garnished with extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg