How to Make Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the rich, spicy flavors of Cajun cuisine, and this Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a perfect example of what makes this style of cooking so beloved. With a creamy, indulgent sauce, perfectly seasoned chicken, and a satisfying serving of pasta, this dish is sure to become a new favorite in your dinner rotation.

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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces linguine pasta
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ red bell pepper, chopped
  • 4 fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 green onion, minced
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl, and toss to coat.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in butter until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat, and stir in heavy cream. Season the sauce with basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper, and heat through.
  • In a large bowl, toss linguini with sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    1109 cal.

    • Total Fat: 82g
    • Saturated Fat: 50g
    • Cholesterol: 348mg
    • Sodium: 1134mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 43g
    • Vitamin C: 91mg
    • Calcium: 219mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 891mg