Description
Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta is a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken in a sweet and spicy Cajun honey butter sauce served over pasta, perfect for an exciting dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 cup pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté minced garlic and chopped onions until translucent.
- Combine sliced chicken, Cajun seasoning, and honey in a bowl; marinate for 15 minutes.
- Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain, reserving a cup of pasta water.
- Add marinated chicken to skillet, cook until golden brown, then toss in pasta; use reserved water to adjust sauce thickness as needed and serve garnished with parsley.
Notes
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Pair with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Adjust spice level by reducing Cajun seasoning or using a milder blend.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg