Description
Creamy Cajun Pasta Delight is a rich, flavorful dish that combines tender pasta with a luscious, spicy cream sauce. This recipe is perfect for cozy nights or dinner parties, offering an irresistible flavor experience that will impress your guests. With vibrant bell peppers and the option to add protein, this pasta dish is as versatile as it is delicious. You can whip it up in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights while still feeling indulgent.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken or shrimp (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping bell peppers and mincing garlic.
- Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté bell peppers until softened, then add minced garlic.
- Pour in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning; stir until bubbling gently. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss the drained pasta into the creamy sauce along with cooked chicken or shrimp if desired. Stir to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately garnished with additional Parmesan or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 120mg