Ingredients
Method
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, reserve ½ cup cooking water, then drain.
- Season chicken with Cajun spice, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, bell pepper, and celery until softened, about 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Deglaze the skillet with wine, scraping up browned bits. Simmer until reduced by half, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth, then reduce heat to low. Add cream, Parmesan, and Cajun seasoning. Simmer until smooth and slightly thickened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Return chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss until evenly coated, loosening with reserved pasta water as needed. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Garnish with parsley, chives, and extra Parmesan. Serve hot.
Notes
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency if needed.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Cajun seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Leftovers reheat beautifully, making this a great make-ahead meal.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning to suit your spice preference.
