Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken Pasta
A delightful blend of heat and sweetness, this Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken Pasta is a quick and easy meal that your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
Pasta and Chicken
- 8 oz fettuccine (or your favorite pasta)
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce
- ¼ cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- ½ cup heavy cream
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Oil and Others
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente according to package directions. Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water. Set aside.
- Season diced chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet and let it melt. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in honey and simmer gently for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir until smooth and slightly thickened, about 2–3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pan, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Add cooked pasta and toss everything together until noodles are well coated. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce seems too thick.
Serving
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to suit your taste. Adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach can enhance the dish. For a richer sauce, consider using half and half instead of heavy cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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