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Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta Recipe

Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and flavorful Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken & Pasta, a dish that combines tender chicken with a luscious honey butter sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. This recipe is a delightful fusion of Cajun spices and sweet honey, creating a harmonious balance of heat and sweetness.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

For the Pasta:

  • 8 oz fettuccine (or pasta of choice)
  • Reserved pasta water (as needed)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Season diced chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Melt the butter, then add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey and let simmer for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and stir until smooth. Let simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in sauce. Add drained pasta to the pan and toss gently to combine. Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if needed. Serve hot, optionally garnished with chopped parsley or green onions.

Notes

  • You can adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the amount of Cajun seasoning.
  • For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

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Keywords: Cajun, chicken, pasta, honey butter, spicy, creamy

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