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Louisiana Chicken Pasta is a creamy and flavorful dish that brings the vibrant tastes of Cajun cuisine right to your kitchen. Featuring tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich sauce infused with zesty spices, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its eye-catching colors and comforting flavors, this dish will impress family and friends alike while creating memorable dining experiences around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop the red bell pepper and onion.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook for about five minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more oil if necessary, then sauté the onion and red bell pepper until soft (about three minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir in Cajun seasoning. Bring to a simmer and add grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Slice cooked chicken into strips; return it to the skillet along with cooked pasta. Toss gently to coat everything in the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 625
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in Cajun seasoning beforehand. - You can substitute shrimp or tofu for chicken based on your preference. - Add spinach or other vegetables for extra nutrition.