One-Pot Creamy Cajun Honey BBQ Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the rich flavors of One-Pot Creamy Cajun Honey BBQ Chicken Pasta, a delightful dish that marries the savory heat of Cajun spices with the sweetness of honey and smoky BBQ sauce. This easy-to-prepare meal is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, allowing you to serve up comfort food with minimal effort. With just a handful of ingredients, this creamy pasta will quickly become a family favorite, satisfying even the pickiest eaters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the cooked chicken for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
- Add pasta, chicken broth, heavy cream, BBQ sauce, honey, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 100mg