Ingredients
For the Cajun seasoning:
2 teaspoons paprika πΆοΈ
1 teaspoon garlic powder π§
1 teaspoon onion powder π§
1 teaspoon dried oregano πΏ
1 teaspoon dried thyme π±
Β½ teaspoon cayenne pepper πΆοΈ
Β½ teaspoon black pepper π
Β½ teaspoon salt π§
For the pasta sauce:
10.5 oz (300 g) penne pasta π
2 tablespoons olive oil π«
2 tablespoons unsalted butter π§
1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced π
1 small onion, finely diced (about Β½ cup or 120 g) π§
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (about 1 cup or 240 g) πΆοΈ
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced (about 1 cup or 240 g) πΆοΈ
2 cloves garlic, minced π§
1 cup (240 ml) heavy (double) cream π₯
Β½ cup (60 g) grated Parmesan cheese π§
Salt and black pepper, to taste π§π
Instructions
1οΈβ£ Prepare the Cajun seasoning by combining all ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside. π₯
2οΈβ£ Bring a large pot of water to boil, salt it generously and cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. π
3οΈβ£ Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the thinly sliced chicken breasts with 1 Β½ teaspoons of the prepared Cajun seasoning. π
4οΈβ£ Cook the chicken in the skillet until browned and cooked through, then remove it and set aside. π³
5οΈβ£ In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sliced bell peppers. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened. π₯
6οΈβ£ Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the remaining Cajun seasoning. π§
7οΈβ£ Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes until the cream thickens slightly. π₯
8οΈβ£ Add the cooked chicken and penne pasta to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Stir to combine, ensuring that everything is well coated with the sauce. Next, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. π§
9οΈβ£ To serve, divide the pasta into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan cheese if you like. πΏπ§
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 30min