Creamy Cajun Chicken Bowtie Pasta Skillet
Creamy Cajun Chicken Bowtie Pasta Skillet is a heartwarming, one-skillet dish that brings together tender seared chicken and bowtie pasta in a luscious creamy sauce infused with bold Cajun spices. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or when hosting friends, offering a satisfying meal that’s both easy to prepare and visually appealing. The combination of flavors and textures ensures every bite is deliciously comforting. With minimal cleanup required, this recipe is bound to become a staple in your dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- 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
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sear in olive oil over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through.
- In the same skillet, add butter and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream to deglaze the pan, then mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Slice chicken and return to the skillet; simmer briefly before serving garnished with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg