Description
Experience a delightful fusion of spicy Cajun flavors and sweet honey butter in this easy one-pot pasta dish that will impress everyone at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- 1. Sauté Chicken: In a large pot over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Add diced chicken and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- 2. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 3. Incorporate Pasta: Add uncooked pasta, chicken broth, and honey. Bring to a simmer; cover and cook for about 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is al dente.
- 4. Finish with Butter: Once cooked, stir in the remaining 1 tbsp butter until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- 5. Serve: Plate your One-Pot Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken Pasta or serve directly from the pot. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For an extra kick, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes. - You can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. - Add bell peppers or spinach for color and nutrition.