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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

A close-up of a bowl of Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with fettuccine noodles, chicken pieces, bell peppers, and parsley.
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A creamy and spicy Cajun-style chicken pasta dish with bell peppers and onions, perfect for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red or yellow)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
  3. Stir in garlic and onion; sauté until fragrant (2-3 minutes). Add bell peppers and cook until just tender.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
  6. Toss drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce. If too thick, add reserved pasta water until creamy.
  7. Serve hot topped with Parmesan cheese and extra Cajun seasoning if desired.

Notes

  • Use your favorite pasta shape.
  • Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
  • Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.

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