Description
One-Pan Creamy Sweet and Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, a rich creamy sauce, and the perfect amount of spice—all in one pan. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this meal brings warmth and joy to the table with its colorful ingredients and mouthwatering aroma. You’ll love how quickly it comes together, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup sweet onions, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces, dice bell peppers and onions, and mince garlic.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Add vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Create the sauce: Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning until well combined.
- Cook pasta: Add uncooked penne to the sauce mixture. Cover and let simmer for 12-15 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Combine everything: Return cooked chicken to the skillet along with Parmesan cheese. Mix well until coated in sauce; garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg