Cajun Spiced Chicken And Fettuccine Recipe

Name: Cajun Spiced Chicken And Fettuccine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 red bell pepper sliced thin; 1 yellow bell pepper sliced thin; 1 red onion sliced thin; 4 cloves of garlic diced; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon red cayenne pepper; 1 pinch of thyme, oregano, smoked paprika and dried, ground chipotle; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1 pound dried fettuccine - preferably flavored (spicy) cooked, drained

Servings: persons

1 red bell pepper sliced thin
1 yellow bell pepper sliced thin
1 red onion sliced thin
4 cloves of garlic diced
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon red cayenne pepper
1 pinch of thyme, oregano, smoked paprika and dried, ground chipotle
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 pound dried fettuccine - preferably flavored (spicy) cooked, drained

1
Slice vegetables, set aside.
2
Combine all spices in a small dish.
3
Wash and pat dry chicken.
4
Rub chicken all over with spices (you may have some left over).
5
Heat a large, heavy skillet over medium high heat.
6
Add olive oil to the pan.
7
Add chicken and cook on medium high heat on one side for about 7 minutes. Flip chicken, reduce heat slightly, cover and cook until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should be 165F). Remove and set chicken aside.
8
In same pan, add vegetables and cook until very tender.
9
Add cream to vegetables and heat through.
10
Add cooked pasta and stir to combine and heat through.
11
Transfer pasta and vegetables to bowl. Slice chicken and serve on top of pasta.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 red bell pepper sliced thin, 1 yellow bell pepper sliced thin, 1 red onion sliced thin, 4 cloves of garlic diced, and more.

Yes, Cajun Spiced Chicken And Fettuccine falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Spiced Chicken And Fettuccine

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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