Cajun Chicken Fettuccine

Health score
14%
Cajun Chicken Fettuccine
30 min.
6
608kcal

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Indulge in the rich and vibrant flavors of Cajun Chicken Fettuccine, a dish that brings the heart of Louisiana right to your dinner table. Perfectly suited for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, this recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. With a delightful blend of spices and fresh vegetables, this meal is sure to impress family and friends alike.

The creamy Alfredo sauce, combined with the zesty kick of Cajun spices, creates a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. The addition of tender rotisserie chicken and sautéed mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers adds both flavor and texture, making each bite a celebration of taste. Plus, with a caloric count of 608 kcal per serving, you can enjoy this hearty dish without the guilt.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this Cajun Chicken Fettuccine recipe is a fantastic way to elevate your culinary skills while enjoying a comforting meal. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and get ready to savor a dish that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • cups water 
  • box fettuccine barilla 
  • tablespoon butter 
  • cups mushrooms fresh sliced
  • small onion cut into thin strips
  • medium bell pepper green red cut into thin bite-size strips
  • 2.5 cups milk 
  • 0.5 teaspoon seasoning italian
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • 0.8 cup pasta sauce 
  • cups rotisserie chicken cut cubed (from)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 2-quart saucepan, heat 3 cups water to boiling. Stir in pasta (from Chicken Helper box). Return to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
  2. Drain; cover to keep warm.
  3. Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, melt margarine over medium-high heat.
  4. Add mushrooms, onion and bell pepper; cook about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Remove from skillet.
  6. In same skillet, mix milk, sauce mix (from Chicken Helper box), Italian seasoning, paprika and ground red pepper.
  7. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  8. Reduce heat. Cook uncovered 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in tomato pasta sauce, vegetables and chicken. Cook uncovered about 3 minutes longer or until thoroughly heated.
  9. Serve over pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Calories608kcal
Protein31.55%
Fat27.11%
Carbs41.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.33
Glycemic Load
25.3
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
19.17217399763%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.94mg
Isorhamnetin
0.58mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.81mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:607.64kcal
30.38%
Fat:18.42g
28.33%
Saturated Fat:5.79g
36.17%
Carbohydrates:63.17g
21.06%
Net Carbohydrates:59.23g
21.54%
Sugar:9.05g
10.05%
Cholesterol:188.76mg
62.92%
Sodium:640.79mg
27.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:48.21g
96.42%
Selenium:64.28µg
91.82%
Manganese:0.75mg
37.25%
Phosphorus:328.12mg
32.81%
Vitamin C:19.7mg
23.88%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.74%
Copper:0.4mg
19.99%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.66%
Magnesium:68.45mg
17.11%
Calcium:168.63mg
16.86%
Potassium:588.52mg
16.81%
Vitamin B5:1.68mg
16.79%
Vitamin B3:3.28mg
16.41%
Fiber:3.94g
15.77%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.72%
Zinc:2.16mg
14.41%
Vitamin B12:0.78µg
13.03%
Vitamin A:620.49IU
12.41%
Iron:2.07mg
11.52%
Vitamin D:1.41µg
9.38%
Folate:34.73µg
8.68%
Vitamin E:1.02mg
6.83%
Vitamin K:4.29µg
4.08%