Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Spicy Cajun Garlic Butter Chicken Penne, a pasta dish that expertly marries rich garlic butter with zesty Cajun spices. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. With its creamy sauce clinging to perfectly cooked penne, it offers a comforting yet exciting dining experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Quick to prepare and versatile enough to customize, this recipe is your ticket to an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2–3 tbsp Cajun seasoning, adjust to taste
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta as per package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken, season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine and simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in cooked penne and Parmesan cheese until well coated.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg