Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of One-Pan Creamy Sweet and Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta, where rich flavors and creamy textures come together effortlessly. This dish features tender chicken simmered in a luscious sauce infused with Cajun spices and sweet chili sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder minimizes cleanup while delivering an explosion of flavor that will leave everyone at your table wanting more. Customize it with your favorite veggies or adjust the spice level to suit your taste. Enjoy a comforting meal without the hassle!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook sliced chicken breast seasoned with salt and pepper until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine chicken broth, heavy cream, sweet chili sauce, Cajun seasoning, honey, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Stir well and simmer.
- Add pasta to the skillet; cook according to package instructions until al dente (10-12 minutes).
- Return chicken to skillet and mix in cheeses until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like green onions or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg