Description
A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring Cajun-seasoned chicken, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, all cooked in one skillet for a quick and easy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 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 fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the sliced chicken breast with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy alternative.
- This dish can be made with shrimp or vegetables for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Skillet Creamy Garlic Parmesan Cajun Chicken Pasta, Cajun Chicken Pasta, Creamy Pasta Recipe