Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Bites With Penne is a vibrant dish that combines the bold, spicy flavors of Cajun cuisine with the comfort of creamy pasta. This quick and satisfying recipe is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, ready in just 30 minutes! Featuring tender chicken bites, al dente penne, and a luscious garlic butter sauce, it promises to impress everyone at your table. Whether enjoyed as a hearty main course or alongside a fresh salad, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to boil and cook penne until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add chicken pieces and cook for 6–7 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Lower heat to medium; melt butter in the same skillet. Stir in minced garlic and cook briefly. Add Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, heavy cream, and chicken broth; simmer for 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Return chicken and penne to skillet; toss to combine.
- Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of Cajun seasoning. Feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or beef if desired.