Bayou Pasta with Chicken

Health score
22%
Bayou Pasta with Chicken
40 min.
4
728kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of the Bayou right to your kitchen! Our Bayou Pasta with Chicken is a delightful dish that perfectly balances creamy richness with a kick of Cajun spice, making it an irresistible choice for any meal. Whether you're looking for a satisfying lunch, a hearty main course, or a side dish that will impress your guests, this recipe has you covered.

In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a plate of pasta that is not only delicious but also packed with flavor. The combination of tender chicken breasts seasoned with a zesty Cajun spice blend, paired with al dente penne pasta enveloped in a creamy Parmesan sauce, creates a dish that is both comforting and exciting. The addition of fresh Roma tomatoes adds a burst of freshness, making each bite a delightful experience.

This recipe serves four, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With a caloric breakdown that includes a good balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this dish without any guilt. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to savor the taste of the South with our Bayou Pasta with Chicken. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tablespoons cajun spice 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 cups half and half 
  • 0.5 cup parmesan grated
  • 12 ounces penne pasta 
  •  roma tomatoes diced cored
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • pound chicken breast boneless skinless
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot
  • plastic wrap
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne according to package directions.
  2. Melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Add flour; stir for 1 minute.
  4. Add half-and-half; stir until thickened, 6 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat; add Parmesan, salt and pepper. Cover.
  6. Place chicken between 2 sheets of plastic wrap; pound with a rolling pin to 1/2-inch thickness. Rub Cajun spice and cayenne, if using, evenly over chicken. Warm oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. Add chicken and cook, turning once, until no longer pink in center, 6 to 8 minutes. Slice chicken.
  8. In a bowl, toss pasta with sauce. Top with chicken and tomatoes and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories728kcal
Protein24.01%
Fat36.2%
Carbs39.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.25
Glycemic Load
27.08
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
27.566086986791%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:728.07kcal
36.4%
Fat:29.09g
44.76%
Saturated Fat:15.12g
94.49%
Carbohydrates:71.94g
23.98%
Net Carbohydrates:67.85g
24.67%
Sugar:7.23g
8.03%
Cholesterol:135.41mg
45.14%
Sodium:590.61mg
25.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:43.42g
86.83%
Selenium:96.67µg
138.1%
Vitamin B3:13.98mg
69.9%
Phosphorus:592.43mg
59.24%
Vitamin B6:1.11mg
55.6%
Vitamin A:2318.45IU
46.37%
Manganese:0.89mg
44.68%
Calcium:280.85mg
28.09%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.54%
Potassium:880.92mg
25.17%
Magnesium:98.03mg
24.51%
Vitamin B5:2.41mg
24.15%
Zinc:2.75mg
18.31%
Copper:0.33mg
16.53%
Fiber:4.09g
16.38%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.47%
Iron:2.41mg
13.4%
Vitamin E:1.96mg
13.07%
Vitamin K:11.24µg
10.7%
Vitamin B12:0.57µg
9.45%
Folate:33.26µg
8.31%
Vitamin C:6.54mg
7.93%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.22%
Source:My Recipes