Creamy Sweet Spicy Cajun Chicken
A delicious and creamy dish combining Cajun seasoned chicken with pasta in a sweet and spicy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 8 ounces penne or rigatoni
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Season sliced chicken breast with Cajun seasoning. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until browned and fully cooked, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the same pan. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and honey; stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add uncooked pasta to the pan and return cooked chicken to the mixture. Stir to combine. Cook uncovered, stirring often, for about 12-15 minutes or until pasta is al dente and sauce thickens. Ensure all ingredients are evenly coated before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning to taste for a spicier dish.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with a lower fat alternative.
- This dish can pair well with a side salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg