Description

Spicy, creamy, and packed with bold flavor, this Creamy Cajun Chicken Penne Pasta with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce brings together Cajun heat and cheesy comfort. Juicy Cajun-seasoned chicken pairs perfectly with penne pasta coated in a smooth garlic mozzarella cream sauce. It’s the perfect quick dinner idea or weeknight pasta fix. If you’re searching for easy dinner recipes, creamy pasta ideas, or spicy chicken meals, this one-pot wonder has it all.

Ingredients

340g penne pasta

450g boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup heavy cream

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Slice chicken into strips and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

3. In a hot skillet with olive oil and butter, sear chicken until cooked through and lightly charred. Remove and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, sauté garlic in butter.

5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

6. Stir in shredded mozzarella until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

7. Add the cooked penne to the sauce and stir until fully coated.

8. Top with Cajun chicken and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

Adjust the heat level by reducing Cajun seasoning or using a mild blend.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Cajun / Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 280g)
Calories: 645
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 870mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 135mg

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