Ingredients
- 12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (plus more to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté red and yellow bell peppers with garlic until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and cook until sauce thickens, stirring frequently.
- Return chicken to the skillet. Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together.
- Adjust seasoning with more Cajun spice, salt, and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Use shrimp instead of chicken for a seafood variation.
- For more veggies, add spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini.
- Reheat with a splash of cream or broth to restore creaminess.
- Use less Cajun seasoning for a milder flavor or add cayenne for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
