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Bold and Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

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A recipe for rich, flavorful Cajun chicken pasta featuring a bold, creamy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)
  • 12 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
  4. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth. Taste the sauce and add more salt or cayenne if needed for bold flavor.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the drained pasta to the sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired creaminess.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a deeper Cajun flavor, use a pre-made Cajun seasoning blend instead of individual spices.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if you prefer a richer meat flavor.
  • Use fresh Parmesan cheese for the best melting quality in the sauce.

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