Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
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5.0
48 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
568 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
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Need a flavorful weeknight dinner? My creamy cajun chicken pasta is simple, packed with flavor, and ready in less than 30 minutes! Feel free to swap the chicken for shrimp or add your favorite veggies.
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Ingredients
- 8 8 oz penne pasta* cooked according to package instructions and drained
- 4 4 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning divided
- ½ ½ teaspoon salt divided
- ½ ½ teaspoon pepper divided
- 1 ½ 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1" pieces
- 3 3 Tablespoons salted butter divided
- ½ ½ yellow onion diced
- 2 2 bell peppers sliced (any color, I like to use red)
- 1 ½ 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ¾ ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅓ ⅓ cup fresh parmesan cheese
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Instructions
- Begin cooking pasta according to package instructions.
- In a large ziploc bag, toss together 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Add chopped chicken, zip closed, and shake until chicken is coated. Set aside.
- In a large pan over medium heat, melt 2 Tablespoons of butter.
- Transfer chicken to heated pan and cook until chicken is browned and just cooked through (cook in batches if needed). Remove to a plate and set aside.
- Add remaining Tablespoon of butter to pan and cook until melted.
- Add peppers and onion and cook, stirring frequently until beginning to soften (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add heavy cream, smoked paprika, basil, garlic powder, remaining cajun seasoning and ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer, cooking until sauce is thickened.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan. Add parmesan cheese and warm cooked, drained pasta and stir until cheese is melted. Serve warm, topped with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- While I particularly enjoy this recipe served with penne, you can of course substitute your favorite type of pasta. Linguine is another popular option!
- I really like the "Slap ya Mama" brand cajun seasoning.
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Pasta will not be as creamy when reheated.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
568kcal
(28%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
33g
(66%)
Fat
33g
(51%)
Saturated Fat
19g
(95%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
174mg
(58%)
Sodium
488mg
(20%)
Potassium
689mg
(20%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
2608IU
(52%)
Vitamin C
44mg
(49%)
Calcium
128mg
(13%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 568 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 568kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 174mg | 58% |
| Sodium | 488mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 689mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2608IU | 52% |
| Vitamin C | 44mg | 49% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
48 reviews
Excellent
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