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Louisiana Chicken Pasta

Crispy Parmesan-crusted chicken over creamy, slightly spicy Cajun Alfredo pasta—this dish is bold, indulgent, and packed with flavor, just like you'd get at a restaurant!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: dinner, pasta
Cuisine: American, Cajun-Inspired
Keyword: Louisiana Chicken Pasta
Servings: 4
Calories: 850kcal
Author: Jill Bakes

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 2 large boneless chicken breasts sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying

For the Pasta:

  • 12 oz bowtie farfalle pasta
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 small red onion sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • ✅ Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • ✅ Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes (or overnight for more flavor).
  • ✅ In a shallow bowl, combine flour, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • ✅ Remove chicken from buttermilk, dredge in the dry mixture, and press to coat evenly.
  • ✅ Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 4–5 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
  • ✅ In another skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add bell peppers and onions, sauté 3–4 minutes.
  • ✅ Add garlic and Cajun seasoning. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • ✅ Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan and season with salt and pepper. Let sauce thicken for 2–3 minutes.
  • ✅ Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until coated.
  • ✅ Slice the crispy chicken and place on top of the pasta. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Can be made with grilled chicken instead of fried for a lighter version.
  • Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.