Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Flavor with Turkey Bacon
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a deliciously indulgent dish that combines the rich flavors of Cajun spices with tender chicken and the smoky taste of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine in the creamy sauce until well coated. Add green onions and mix well.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta!
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less Cajun seasoning.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg