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Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta

Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta for a Cozy Evening

This Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta is the perfect blend of Cajun spices and sweet honey, creating a delightful, comforting dish in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast or Thighs Can substitute with shrimp.
For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Fettuccine or Linguine Penne or spaghetti work as alternatives.
For the Sauce
  • 1.5 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Adjust according to heat preference.
  • 3 tbsp Honey Maple syrup can be used as a substitute.
  • 3 tbsp Butter Dairy-free butter can be used for a lactose-free version.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Increase for added spice.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For searing the chicken.
For Garnish
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mix with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Bring salted water to a boil, add the pasta, and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/4 cup of cooking water before draining.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown (5-6 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, melt butter, and add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  5. Whisk in honey and Cajun seasoning, simmering for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce, warming through for about 1 minute.
  7. Add the drained pasta, tossing to combine. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F for safety. Adjust spice levels based on personal preference. Always save pasta water for sauce consistency.

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