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Cajun Chicken Pasta
This cajun chicken pasta is packed with delicious flavors and is so easy to make! This is the perfect recipe for leftover chicken!
👥 8 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 1h⏳ Prep: 15 min🔥 Cook: 45 min👤 Laura📖 castironskilletcooking
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- skillet
- dutch oven
- whisk
- oven
📝 Preparation Steps
1
For this recipe, you’ll need one whole-cooked and shredded chicken. You can use leftover chicken, rotisserie chicken or cook your own using your preferred method. See my cooking method options below!
2
Cook fettuccine noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
3
Melt butter in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Sauté peppers, onion, and garlic for ⏱️ 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes and cook for another minute. Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning.
butter4 tablespoonsgarlic (minced)4 clovescajun seasoning (more if desired)2 teaspoons
4
Heat Dutch oven to medium heat. Pour in white wine, red wine vinegar, and chicken broth. Whisk until combined and simmer for about ⏱️ 10 minutes.
chicken broth2 cups
5
Stir heavy cream into the simmering sauce in the Dutch oven. Add cooked pasta, shredded chicken, and shredded cheddar cheese. Toss to coat.
heavy cream1 cup
6
Taste test and adjust Cajun seasoning as desired. Serve. Garnish with fresh parsley!
cajun seasoning (more if desired)2 teaspoons
Nutrition Facts
calories
629 kcal
fat Content
36 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
3 g
sugar Content
5 g
sodium Content
401 mg
protein Content
29 g
trans Fat Content
0.4 g
cholesterol Content
176 mg
carbohydrate Content
46 g
saturated Fat Content
17 g
unsaturated Fat Content
16 g
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