Five-Ingredient Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
A quick and easy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and a rich, creamy Cajun sauce, made with just five main ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced or cubed
- 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning blend
- 8 oz fettuccine or preferred pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
- Lower the heat and add heavy cream or half-and-half. Whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy. Let it simmer to thicken slightly.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.