Description
A delicious blend of Cajun chicken and creamy rigatoni pasta, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Toss the chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions; drain.
- Add the heavy cream to the same skillet and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked rigatoni and chicken to the sauce, mixing to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider including red pepper flakes. Use freshly grated Parmesan for a richer taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg