🌶️ Creamy Sweet & Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Bold Cajun flavor meets creamy, dreamy comfort.
If you’re craving a pasta dish that brings the heat, satisfies your comfort food fix, and comes together in 30 minutes, this one’s for you! Featuring juicy Cajun-seasoned chicken, a sweet-and-spicy cream sauce, and a generous handful of Parmesan, this pasta is a flavor-packed weeknight winner.
🍽️ Ingredients:
- 12 oz linguine or penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for extra heat)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Directions:
- Boil the pasta:
Cook your pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside. - Cook the chicken:
Toss the chicken slices with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside. - Make the sauce:
In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in the heavy cream, honey, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring often. - Cheese it up:
Stir in the Parmesan until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Bring it together:
Add the cooked pasta and chicken back to the skillet. Toss everything to coat in that luscious sauce. - Serve & enjoy:
Garnish with extra Parmesan, parsley, or a drizzle of hot honey for an added kick!
💡 Tips & Variations:
- 🌱 Add sautéed bell peppers or spinach for extra color & nutrition.
- 🧄 Love garlic? Use 2 cloves instead of one for a bolder base.
- 🔥 Spice level: Dial up the red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce.
🕒 Quick Facts:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories: ~650 kcal per serving
This pasta is the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, creamy, and savory—and it’s guaranteed to turn a regular dinner into a crave-worthy event. 🔥💛
