Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken (Print Version)

Cajun-spiced chicken and pasta in honey butter cream sauce packs bold, comforting flavor for a quick, indulgent meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced

→ Spices

02 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
03 - Salt, to taste
04 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Oils & Fats

05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 60 grams unsalted butter

→ Aromatics

07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ Sweeteners

08 - 2 tablespoons honey

→ Dairy

09 - 120 millilitres heavy cream

→ Pasta

10 - 225 grams fettuccine or preferred pasta

→ Pasta Water

11 - Reserved pasta cooking water, as needed

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine until al dente, then drain and reserve approximately 120 millilitres of the pasta water.
02 - Combine the diced chicken breast with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat evenly.
03 - In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and sear for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden on the outside and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
04 - Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Melt the butter, then add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Stir in honey and let it simmer gently for 1 minute to infuse the flavours.
06 - Pour in heavy cream and stir continuously until the sauce is smooth. Allow it to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
07 - Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly in the creamy, honey-infused sauce.
08 - Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet. Combine gently so the pasta is evenly coated, loosening the sauce with a splash of reserved pasta water if necessary.
09 - Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick weeknight meal ready in around twenty five minutes
  • Rich creamy sauce balanced with just enough heat
  • Uses simple pantry staples and basic equipment
  • Perfect for both casual family dinners and special occasions
02 -
  • High protein and satisfying for main meals
  • Crowd pleaser for both kids and adults
  • You can easily double the recipe for a larger group
03 -
  • Reserve plenty of pasta water even if you do not think you will need it
  • Always sear the chicken without crowding the pan for the best color and taste
  • Whisk the cream in slowly to keep your sauce extra silky and lump free

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