Description
Experience the rich, comforting flavors of Louisiana Chicken Pasta, a beloved dish inspired by The Cheesecake Factory. This creamy pasta is perfectly paired with tender chicken and vibrant bell peppers, all enveloped in a luscious Cajun sauce. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. Savor each bite as this dish transports you to the heart of Louisiana’s culinary magic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fettuccine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced, mixed colors)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions (chopped)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts generously with Cajun seasoning. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In boiling salted water, cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced bell peppers and minced garlic for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Lower the heat and add heavy cream and reserved pasta water gradually to achieve desired sauce consistency. Stir in grated Parmesan until melted and smooth.
- Slice the cooked chicken, add it back to the skillet with drained fettuccine, and toss gently to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute proteins or add more vegetables like spinach for extra nutrition. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of Cajun seasoning used. For vegetarian options, replace chicken with tofu or your favorite plant-based protein.