Description
Spice up your dinner with this creamy Spicy Rattlesnake Pasta! This flavor-packed dish features tender chicken and vibrant bell peppers enveloped in a rich, zesty cheese sauce infused with Cajun spices. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at family gatherings. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility—customize the heat level and ingredients to suit your preferences. Each bite of this comforting pasta is sure to bring warmth and satisfaction, making it a beloved addition to your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast (sliced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
- Juice of 0.5 lime
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta in salted water until al dente, reserving ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. In a skillet over medium heat with olive oil, cook the chicken until done.
- In the same skillet, add butter, bell peppers, and garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in remaining Cajun seasoning, then pour in heavy cream and simmer while adding Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Combine cooked pasta and chicken with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and lime juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg