Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare your ingredients: Chop bell peppers and mince garlic.
- 2. Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 3. Add aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4. Mix in veggies and pasta: Add chopped bell peppers and cooked pasta, stirring to coat everything in the flavors.
- 5. Create the sauce: Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 6. Finish with cheese: Mix in freshly grated Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg