Description
Bold Cajun BBQ Chicken Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken, colorful veggies, and a spicy, smoky sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this one-pot meal transforms ordinary dinners into extraordinary culinary experiences. With its ease of preparation and customizable spice levels, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or entertaining friends. Enjoy a delightful flavor explosion that guarantees satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (sweet and smoky)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients: chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and dice onion and bell pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken seasoned with Cajun seasoning; cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes).
- Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet; sauté until soft (about 3-5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic during the last minute of cooking.
- Reduce heat and mix in BBQ sauce and heavy cream; simmer gently while stirring occasionally.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and mix directly into the skillet with the sauce.
- Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg