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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

Try this easy Cajun Pasta for dinner this week. Your family will love this Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe. It's very simple but incredibly tasty!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 557 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast (diced into 1 inch pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 can fire roasted diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 1 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 12 oz. penne pasta (cooked and drained)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 Tbsp fresh parsley (chopped - optional)

Instructions

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  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the chicken and season with the salt and pepper.
  2. Cook the chicken for 10-12 minutes until the chicken is a golden brown.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, cajun seasoning and mix well. Cook uncovered for 3-5 minutes until the sauce is simmering slightly.
  4. Stir in the cream and heat just until the cream is heated through (1-2 minutes).
  5. Stir in the cooked pasta right before serving.
  6. Serve topped with the fresh parsley and enjoy!

Notes

  • Store the leftovers in an air tight container for up to 5-7 days.  

Nutrition Information

Calories 557kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 31g (62%) Fat 33g (51%) Saturated Fat 15g (75%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 154mg (51%) Sodium 605mg (25%) Potassium 522mg (15%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1652IU (33%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 85mg (9%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 557

% Daily Value*

Calories 557kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 31g 62%
Fat 33g 51%
Saturated Fat 15g 75%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 154mg 51%
Sodium 605mg 25%
Potassium 522mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1652IU 33%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 85mg 9%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.