A spicy, creamy pasta dish made with Cajun-seasoned chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a smooth parmesan sauce—comforting and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 ½ cups heavy cream
¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or linguine)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
½ cup reserved pasta water (optional)
Instructions
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Slice chicken and coat with Cajun seasoning.
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Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
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Heat oil and butter in a skillet. Sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté peppers, onion, and garlic until soft and aromatic.
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Deglaze with broth, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 1–2 minutes.
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Reduce heat and stir in cream and parmesan. Let the sauce thicken.
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Add cooked pasta and chicken back to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly.
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Adjust sauce consistency with pasta water if needed. Season to taste and garnish.