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A serving of rich creamy cajun chicken pasta, topped with fresh parsley.

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Bell Peppers

Indulge in this creamy Cajun chicken pasta featuring tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a rich, spicy sauce tossed with your favorite pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 850 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet or Dutch oven
  • wooden spoon
  • paper towels

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2-3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning adjusted to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus more for garnish
  • 12-16 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta, cooked
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Chicken Preparation

  • Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels, then toss them with 1-2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.

Cooking Chicken

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the seasoned chicken for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set it aside.

Vegetables and Sauce Base

  • Reduce heat to medium, add butter, minced garlic, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper to the same skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are softened and the garlic is fragrant.

Spices and Liquids

  • Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning for 30 seconds, then pour in chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the pan. Bring to a simmer.

Achieve Creaminess

  • Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream, and bring to a gentle simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens slightly.

Finish the Sauce

  • Remove the skillet from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Combine Everything

  • Add the cooked pasta and seared chicken back into the skillet with the sauce and toss gently until everything is well coated.

Serving

  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, then serve immediately.

Notes

For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper with the Cajun seasoning. If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a splash of pasta water or chicken broth.