Description
This Creamy Cheesy Penne with Cajun Chicken is rich, spicy, and loaded with bold flavor. Tender Cajun-seasoned chicken is tossed with penne pasta in a creamy cheesy sauce for the ultimate comfort food dinner that’s quick, satisfying, and restaurant-worthy.
📝 Ingredients
Cajun Chicken
2 chicken breasts, sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
1½ tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper
Pasta & Sauce
12 oz penne pasta
2 tbsp butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1½ cups heavy cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup Parmesan cheese
1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Fresh parsley for garnish
👨🍳 Instructions
Cook penne pasta until al dente and drain.
Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add heavy cream and simmer gently.
Stir in cheddar and Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
Add pasta and toss to coat in sauce.
Return chicken to the skillet and mix well.
Garnish with parsley and extra cheese before serving.
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
🍽 Servings
4 servings
🔥 Nutrition (Approx Per Serving)
Calories: 840
Protein: 46g
Carbs: 54g
Fat: 48g
