Description
Southern Style Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. This dish features tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich, creamy sauce highlighted by savory parmesan and a hint of cajun seasoning. It’s easy to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a quick yet satisfying meal. Customize with your favorite vegetables or pasta types to make it your own. Serve this delightful dish to family and friends, and watch it become a staple at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken cutlets or tenders
- 1 pound short cut pasta
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 bell peppers
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Dredge chicken in a mixture of Panko and half the parmesan; press crumbs firmly.
- Sauté onions in olive oil until soft; add bell peppers and garlic, cooking until tender.
- Stir in cajun seasoning and simmer briefly before adding milk and cream cheese; whisk until smooth.
- In another skillet, cook the dredged chicken until golden brown on both sides; slice thinly.
- Combine pasta with the sauce and remaining parmesan; toss to coat before serving with sliced chicken on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg