Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta
Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta is a vibrant and satisfying dish that marries the bold heat of Cajun spices with the sweetness of honey and the richness of butter. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-pan meal comes together effortlessly in just 25 minutes. Tender chicken breasts are coated in zesty seasoning and tossed with creamy pasta, creating a delightful balance that will please any palate. Serve it up with fresh herbs or on a bed of greens for an extra touch. This dish is sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz fettuccine (or pasta of choice)
- Reserved pasta water (as needed)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown (6–8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in honey and simmer for one minute.
- Add heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened (2–3 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in sauce.
- Add drained pasta, tossing everything together while using reserved pasta water as needed to adjust sauce consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg