Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken seasoned with Cajun seasoning and cook until browned and cooked through (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in heavy cream and mix well.
- Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce until melted and smooth. Toss in the cooked penne pasta, mixing thoroughly.
- Plate the dish and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 140mg