Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe: Easy Weeknight Delight with Turkey Bacon
Experience the bold flavors of Cajun Chicken Pasta with this easy recipe featuring turkey bacon for a delicious weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free, if using gluten-free pasta
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 8 ounces pasta (your choice)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add chicken slices and Cajun seasoning. Cook until chicken is done.
- Add garlic, onions, and bell peppers. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Let simmer for a few minutes.
- Add cooked pasta and mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a bit more spice, add additional Cajun seasoning.
- Feel free to use any pasta shape you prefer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg