Description
If you’re craving a bold, creamy pasta dish that comes together fast, this Irresistible Five-Ingredient Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is exactly what you need. Perfect for a quick dinner or when you want something indulgent without the fuss, this easy recipe combines juicy Cajun-spiced chicken, silky Parmesan cream sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine for a restaurant-quality dish at home. It’s one of the best dinner ideas for busy weeknights, and thanks to its five simple ingredients, it’s both an easy recipe and a food idea you’ll come back to often. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner, a creamy pasta, or a healthy-ish comfort meal, this one delivers.
Ingredients
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
8 ounces fettuccine pasta
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Pat chicken dry and season generously with Cajun seasoning on both sides.
2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and let rest.
3. Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add heavy cream and stir in Parmesan and a bit more Cajun seasoning. Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Toss drained pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
6. Slice the rested chicken and place it on top of the creamy pasta. Garnish as desired and serve hot.
Notes
Pound your chicken slightly before cooking for even results and faster searing.
Freshly grated Parmesan gives a creamier, smoother sauce than pre-packaged.
Adjust the Cajun spice level depending on your heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: quick dinner, creamy pasta, chicken pasta, cajun recipe, easy dinner, food ideas