Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Dinner with Turkey Bacon
Experience the bold flavors of Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, a delicious dish that combines creamy sauce, chicken, and turkey bacon for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 strips turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add diced chicken breast and Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Mix in grated parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added spice, increase the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 850 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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