Cajun chicken pasta is creamy, smoky, and just spicy enough for an easy restaurant-style meal.
Prep 15 min • Cook 20 min • Serves 4
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Ingredients
- 12 oz penne
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- Salt if needed
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and sauté until cooked through. Remove from pan.
- Cook bell peppers in butter until slightly tender.
- Stir in cream and Parmesan, then simmer until smooth.
- Add pasta and chicken, toss well, and serve warm.
Tips for the best results
Cook the pasta just to al dente, salt the pasta water well, and save a little pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed. Fresh herbs and Parmesan can add even more flavor at the end.
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