Description
Indulge in the creamy, zesty flavors of One-Pot Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken Pasta—a quick and satisfying meal that brings comfort to your dinner table in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 8 oz Pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning
- 1/2 cup Honey
- 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 3 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season generously with Cajun seasoning.
- 2. Sauté the Chicken: In a large pot over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add seasoned chicken and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 4. Cook the Pasta: Pour in pasta, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- 5. Mix in Honey: Once boiling, reduce heat to low and stir in honey. Simmer until pasta is al dente, about 8 minutes.
- 6. Finish It Off: Add remaining butter and sprinkle more Cajun seasoning if desired. Toss until well combined and creamy. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, include vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of Cajun seasoning used.