Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Garlic Butter Parmesan Sauce
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Garlic Butter Parmesan Sauce is a delectable dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun spices with a rich and creamy sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this pasta recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike. With tender chicken, perfectly cooked penne, and a luscious garlic butter Parmesan sauce, every bite is a celebration of flavor. Customize it with your favorite vegetables for added nutrition or adjust the seasoning to suit your taste. Enjoy this comforting meal that’s as quick to make as it is delicious!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Minced garlic
- Butter
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken breasts and sauté until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, add the drained pasta, and toss everything together until well coated in sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 120mg