Savor Spicy Rattlesnake Pasta in 30 Minutes Flat

This Spicy Rattlesnake Pasta with Creamy Cajun Sauce is a quick and delicious dish that elevates your weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 plates

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Cajun

Calories: 600

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

12 ounces Penne Pasta or rigatoni or fettuccine

For the Protein

1 pound Chicken or Shrimp can substitute with mushrooms or tofu

For the Creamy Sauce

1 cup Cream plant-based alternatives for dairy-free
2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning adjust based on spice preference

For the Veggies

1 cup Bell Peppers mix and match colors
3 cloves Garlic minced

For the Heat

1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional for mild experience

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil can use butter

For Topping

1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or Monterey Jack

Equipment

Large Pot
large skillet
colander

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prep Ingredients: Wash and chop bell peppers; mince garlic; cut chicken or shrimp into chunks.
Cook Pasta: Boil salted water; add penne and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes; drain.
Sauté Proteins: Heat olive oil; add chicken or shrimp; cook until browned, 5-7 minutes.
Add Vegetables: Add bell peppers and garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
Make Sauce: Pour in cream and sprinkle Cajun seasoning; simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
Combine: Add drained pasta to the skillet; toss to coat in sauce.
Serve: Plate with grated Parmesan cheese and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Adjust the spice level and swap proteins or vegetables to customize the dish to your liking.

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