This easy weeknight meal is quick and packed full of flavor. Lemon pepper and Cajun seasoning give the chicken a flavorful bite with a little bit of spice while the sweetness from the bell peppers and the creaminess from the half and half and heavy cream balance out the flavors. Tossed with your favorite pasta, this meal is easy to throw together and will quickly become a family-favorite recipe.
Cajun Chicken Pasta
Description
This easy weeknight meal is quick and packed full of flavor. Lemon pepper and Cajun seasoning give the chicken a flavorful bite with a little bit of spice while the sweetness from the bell peppers and the creaminess from the half and half and heavy cream balance out the flavors. Tossed with your favorite pasta, this meal is easy to throw together and will quickly become a family-favorite recipe.
Ingredients
For topping
Instructions
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Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss with Cajun seasoning in a plastic bag or covered bowl.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chicken in butter until almost tender. Add peppers and onion and sauté another 5 minutes.
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While the chicken and vegetables are cooking, prepare your pasta.
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Reduce the heat and add half and half, heavy cream, and seasonings. Bring to a simmer and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
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Toss pasta with chicken and sauce. Top with parmesan and fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 573kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 35g54%
- Saturated Fat 21g105%
- Cholesterol 169mg57%
- Sodium 129mg6%
- Potassium 620mg18%
- Total Carbohydrate 35.5g12%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 31g62%
- Calcium 128 mg
- Iron 2 mg
- Vitamin K 5 mcg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
