Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Louisiana with this creamy, indulgent Chicken Pasta that’s sure to impress. This Cheesecake Factory-inspired dish features tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich Cajun cream sauce that will transport you straight to New Orleans. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is easy to make and will have everyone clamoring for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and dice bell peppers.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Cook seasoned chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Toss in bell peppers and garlic with the chicken; sauté for about three minutes until softened.
- Pour in heavy cream and add Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and smooth; simmer gently.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and mix until coated in sauce. Garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg