Description
Sticky Bold Cajun Honey Chicken Pasta is a delightful fusion of flavors that will elevate your weeknight dinners and impress your guests. This dish features tender chicken coated in a sticky, sweet-and-spicy Cajun glaze, served over creamy fettuccine. The aromatic blend of Cajun seasoning and honey creates a perfect balance, turning every bite into an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions and fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with Cajun seasoning and sauté until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in honey, chicken broth, and soy sauce; stir to combine. Let simmer for 3–4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream until fully incorporated.
- Toss cooked fettuccine into the skillet, mixing gently to coat with the sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with green onions and parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg