Description
Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken Pasta is a flavorful and easy weeknight dinner featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and spicy Cajun honey butter sauce, tossed with creamy fettuccine. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish delivers restaurant-quality taste with minimal effort, blending bold spices, rich cream, and a touch of honey for a perfect balance of heat and sweetness.
Ingredients
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Pasta
- 8 oz fettuccine (or your favorite pasta)
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- ½ cup heavy cream
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine until al dente according to package directions. Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water, then set aside.
- Season the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the diced chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to ensure even coating and flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken in a single layer and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the honey and let it simmer gently for 1 minute.
- Finish the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir continuously until the sauce is smooth and starts to thicken slightly, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing it in the honey butter sauce to coat thoroughly.
- Toss Pasta: Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen it to your desired consistency.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for a bright, fresh finish. Serve the pasta hot and enjoy your flavorful Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken Pasta!
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to suit your preferred spice level.
- For a lighter sauce, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of cream or broth to maintain creaminess.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 675 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
Keywords: Cajun chicken pasta, spicy chicken pasta, honey butter chicken, creamy chicken pasta, quick weeknight dinner, Cajun seasoning recipe
