Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of creamy Cajun pasta, where perfectly cooked fettuccine meets a rich, velvety sauce infused with smoky paprika and zesty garlic. This dish is an easy weeknight favorite, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. With its vibrant colors and customizable ingredients, creamy Cajun pasta promises a flavor explosion that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red or yellow)
- 1 cup protein (chicken or shrimp)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced bell peppers for about 5 minutes.
- Add protein to the skillet and cook until done.
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Lower heat and pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously as you add Parmesan until melted.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce mixture until well coated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg