Creamy Cajun Pasta That Feels Cozy and Indulgent
A rich, spicy Cajun-inspired pasta dish with tender chicken, sautéed peppers, and a creamy Parmesan sauce—comfort food with a bold Southern twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb chicken breast or thighs, sliced
12 oz pasta (penne, linguine, fettuccine)
1 1/2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
2 oz cream cheese (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water. Drain and set aside.
- Toss chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Sear chicken in oil until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté onion and pepper in butter until soft. Add garlic.
- Pour in cream, stir in Parmesan and cream cheese. Simmer.
- Add lemon juice and more Cajun seasoning if needed.
- Return chicken and pasta to the pan. Toss to coat.
- Simmer 2–3 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Use shrimp or sausage as a variation. Add pasta water to thin the sauce as needed.