Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta
Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta is a vibrant dish that brings together a delightful blend of bold spices, creamy textures, and a hint of sweetness. This one-pan recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, romantic dinners, or meal prep for the week ahead. With smoky Cajun seasoning enveloping tender chicken and pasta in a luscious honey-butter sauce, it’s a comforting meal that your family will adore.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately four servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces fettuccine (or pasta of choice)
- Reserved pasta water as needed
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta until al dente and reserve 1/2 cup of the water before draining.
- Season the diced chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken until golden brown (about 6-8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in honey and simmer for one minute before adding heavy cream. Let it thicken slightly while stirring for 2-3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, mix well to coat with sauce.
- Toss in drained pasta and use reserved water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg