Sticky Bold Cajun Honey Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the delightful balance of sweet and spicy with Sticky Bold Cajun Honey Chicken Pasta. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken coated in robust Cajun spices, enveloped in a creamy honey sauce, and served over fettuccine pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this dish promises to excite your taste buds and satisfy your cravings in just 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Green onions and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add seasoned chicken and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add honey, chicken broth, and soy sauce; simmer for 3-4 minutes to thicken.
- Reduce heat; stir in heavy cream and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Toss cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet; heat through for an additional minute.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg