Description
One Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delicious, creamy, and spicy dish made with tender chicken, pasta, and a rich Cajun-flavored sauce. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz (225 g) penne pasta (or your preferred pasta)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups (480 ml) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (adjust based on spice preference)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnishing)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and half of the Cajun seasoning, and sauté until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same pot, add more olive oil if needed. Add diced onion and bell pepper, sauté for 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add penne pasta, stir well to ensure it is submerged in the liquid. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes until pasta is almost al dente.
- Once pasta is nearly cooked, lower heat, add heavy cream, remaining Cajun seasoning, and cooked chicken. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is heated through.
- Remove from heat, plate the pasta, and garnish with chopped parsley. Optionally, top with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your desired spice level.
- Feel free to add extra veggies like zucchini or spinach for more flavor and nutrients.
- If you prefer, you can use chicken thighs or tofu as an alternative to chicken breasts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
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