Creamy Cajun Chicken Bowtie Pasta Skillet
Creamy Cajun Chicken Bowtie Pasta Skillet is a deliciously rich and satisfying one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, bowtie pasta, and a spicy creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this dish packs a flavor punch with a blend of smoky Cajun spices and luscious Parmesan cheese.
- 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
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the bowtie pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sear in a large skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat until cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic briefly. Add heavy cream and stir to deglaze the pan.
- Mix in Parmesan until melted. Toss in pasta and adjust consistency with reserved water if needed.
- Slice chicken and return to skillet to heat through before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg