Description
Creamy Tuscan Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and Cajun spices for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the sliced chicken breast with Cajun seasoning and add to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach; cook until the spinach wilts.
- Add the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese; toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning.
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Cajun Chicken Pasta, Cajun chicken pasta, creamy pasta recipes