Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Recipe with Turkey Bacon
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a bold, flavor-packed dinner that satisfies your cravings with its indulgent ingredients and delightful taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; add turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet, sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, then toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For added heat, include extra Cajun seasoning or hot sauce.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp for a different protein option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 850 milligrams
- Fat: 36 grams
- Saturated Fat: 18 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 110 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, pasta dishes, chicken dinner, easy recipes