Description
A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring Cajun-spiced chicken and garlic butter sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked penne and chicken back to the skillet; toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp for a seafood variation.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Butter Cajun Chicken Penne, Cajun Chicken Pasta, Creamy Pasta Recipe