Creamy Cajun Chicken Bowtie Pasta Skillet
This Creamy Cajun Chicken Bowtie Pasta Skillet is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings comfort to your dinner table without the fuss. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish features tender chicken and bowtie pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy Cajun sauce that’s both spicy and savory. With its one-skillet preparation, cleanup is a breeze, allowing you more time to enjoy your meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 2–3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream, stirring to deglaze.
- Stir in Parmesan until melted. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat; use reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Slice chicken and return it to the skillet; simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg