Description
Creamy Cajun Pasta Delight is a vibrant, rich dish that combines al dente pasta with a luscious Cajun cream sauce, making every bite an explosion of flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable with your choice of proteins or veggies. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish promises to impress and delight everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (red and green), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup cooked chicken or shrimp
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- 2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and bell peppers in olive oil until softened (5-7 minutes).
- 3. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute until golden.
- 4. Pour in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning; stir and simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5. Add protein (chicken or shrimp) and cook through (6-8 minutes).
- 6. Toss in cooked pasta and Parmesan; mix until well combined.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added greens, consider incorporating spinach or kale. Swap proteins based on preference; mushrooms can serve as a vegetarian option.