Description
A delicious and creamy Cajun chicken pasta dish that combines tender bowtie pasta with a flavorful Cajun sauce and juicy chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and Cajun seasoning; cook until chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add diced bell peppers and onion; sauté until softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning.
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp or sausage for variation.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cajun chicken pasta, creamy pasta, skillet dinner, bowtie pasta