Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
This creamy Cajun chicken pasta combines tender chicken, pasta, spices, and a rich sauce for a filling American-style dinner.
Ingredients
- 300 g pasta
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup cooking cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 bell pepper
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions.
- Slice the chicken and coat it with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil and cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken temporarily.
- Add butter, garlic, and sliced bell pepper to the pan.
- Pour in the cream and stir gently.
- Add Parmesan until the sauce becomes smooth.
- Return the chicken and cooked pasta to the pan.
- Mix everything together and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Reduce the Cajun seasoning for a milder dish.
- Add mushrooms or spinach for extra vegetables.
- Save some pasta water in case the sauce becomes too thick.
- Serve immediately for the creamiest texture.