Spicy Cajun Pepper Jack Chicken Pasta Skillet
Indulge in the bold and creamy flavors of Spicy Cajun Pepper Jack Chicken Pasta Skillet, a one-pan dish that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary meal. This recipe features tender chicken, zesty Cajun spices, and rich pepper jack cheese, delivering a satisfying taste experience in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this flavorful pasta dish is customizable with your favorite vegetables or proteins, making it a family favorite that everyone will love. Enjoy minimal cleanup and maximum flavor with this easy-to-make skillet dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Sauté onion and bell pepper in the same skillet for about 3-4 minutes, then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Reduce heat to low; add cooked chicken and penne to the skillet. Mix in shredded pepper jack cheese until melted.
- Serve garnished with sliced green onions and chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 95mg