Serves 4
40 min
Cajun Spiced Chicken and Fettuccine
Recipe GLPR1945b6d78da8fb
Tender chicken breasts seasoned with warm Cajun spices, pan-seared until golden, then combined with sautéed bell peppers, onions, and garlic in a creamy sauce. Served over fettuccine pasta for a comforting yet boldly flavored main course.
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Ingredients
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch dried thyme
1 pinch dried oregano
1 pinch smoked paprika
1 pinch dried ground chipotle
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced thin
1 red onion, sliced thin
4 cloves garlic, diced
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 pound dried fettuccine pasta
Directions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, and chipotle. Season both sides of each chicken breast generously with this spice mixture.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts in the pan. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.
In the same skillet, add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, and diced garlic. Sauté over medium heat for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy whipping cream. Stir gently to combine and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is warmed through and slightly thickened.
Slice the rested chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and return them to the skillet with the cream sauce and vegetables. Stir gently to combine.
Divide the cooked fettuccine among four serving plates. Top each portion with the Cajun spiced chicken and creamy vegetable sauce. Serve immediately.
