Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta
Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta is a robust dish that combines the deep flavors of Cajun seasoning with the creamy richness of a honey butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinner dates, this recipe offers a delightful blend of spice and sweetness that tantalizes the palate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine (or pasta of choice)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Season diced chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook until golden brown (6–8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat; melt butter in the skillet. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in honey; let simmer for one minute before adding heavy cream. Cook until slightly thickened (2–3 minutes).
- Return chicken to skillet and coat with sauce. Add drained pasta and toss gently, using reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg