A delightful fusion of Italian and Cajun cuisines, this recipe showcases creamy chicken pasta brought to life with a zesty Cajun spice mix, ensuring it’s anything but ordinary.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons Cajun spice mix
8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
4 cups chicken broth, preferably low-sodium
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Extra Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Season the chicken pieces with Cajun spice mix, salt, and pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the pasta to the skillet, followed by the chicken broth. Stir well to combine, then bring to a boil.
Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing thoroughly.
Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
