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Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken Pasta

Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken Pasta in Just 25 Minutes

This Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken Pasta is a creamy, spicy masterpiece ready in just 25 minutes, perfect for a quick family dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 620

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fettuccine Can substitute with your favorite pasta type
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Diced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning Adjust based on heat preference
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Enhances richness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Balances spice
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half
To Finish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a medium bowl, coat the diced chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Lower the heat and melt butter in the skillet; add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in honey and heavy cream.
  5. Add the chicken back to the skillet and toss in the drained fettuccine, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
  6. Plate the pasta and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of cream or broth.

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