Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Flavorful Delight
A delicious and creamy pasta dish with a kick of Cajun flavor, featuring juicy chicken and turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and turkey bacon; cook until chicken is browned.
- Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning and heavy cream; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta and Parmesan; mix until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more Cajun seasoning or red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute cream with a lighter version for fewer calories.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Chicken, Pasta, Cajun, Recipe