Description
Rattlesnake pasta is a bold dish that combines creamy goodness with a spicy kick, transforming any meal into an unforgettable experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this flavorful pasta will have your guests clamoring for seconds. With tender chicken, vibrant peppers, and a luscious sauce, each bite is an exciting culinary journey that’s both easy to prepare and delightful to serve.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup green peppers, sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Hot sauce (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced chicken and chopped onions until the chicken is golden brown and onions are soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Add sliced green peppers and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese melts.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet until well coated with the sauce. Serve immediately with extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg