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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta | Easy 30-Minute Cajun Chicken Dinner

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

david alan
Indulge in this restaurant-quality Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, a dish that perfectly balances bold, spicy flavors with a rich, velvety cream sauce. This meal features juicy, spice-rubbed chicken breasts served over al dente fettuccine. Designed for busy weeknights, it comes together in just 30 minutes, using simple pantry staples like tomato paste and fresh parmesan to create a complex, satisfying dinner that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Cajun
Servings 4 servings
Calories 680 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz fettuccine
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1.5 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • Pound chicken breasts to an even 1-inch thickness.
  • Season chicken with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, then remove to rest and slice.
  • In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and remaining Cajun seasoning, cooking for 1 minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.
  • Stir in the heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened.
  • Whisk in the Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until smooth.
  • Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce, tossing until well coated.

Notes

Ensure the chicken is pounded to an even thickness to guarantee even cooking. Do not substitute the heavy cream with milk, as it will not achieve the desired silky consistency. Freshly grated Parmesan melts much smoother than pre-shredded varieties.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5gCalories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 42gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 850mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
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