Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon: An Easy Comfort Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 3 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and turkey bacon; cook until browned.
- Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic; sauté until soft.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning, then pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Mix in the Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more Cajun seasoning as desired.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp for a seafood version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Easy Dinner Recipes, Comfort Food