Creamy White Cheddar Garlic Cajun Chicken Pasta
Whip up Creamy White Cheddar Garlic Cajun Chicken Pasta tonight This easy familyapproved recipe was tested in my Texas kitchen My kids love this Get the recipe
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 pound pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite shape)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the Chicken. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Cream Sauce. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic!
- Build the Sauce. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded white cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. This might take a few minutes, so be patient.
- Combine and Serve. Add the cooked chicken and drained pasta to the skillet with the cheese sauce. Toss to coat everything evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
A quick and easy recipe for Creamy White Cheddar Garlic Cajun Chicken Pasta that’s ready in under 45 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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