Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
This Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich, spicy cream sauce for a satisfying meal that's ready in just 30 minutes.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot
Ingredients
Cajun Seasoning
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
Pasta
- 8 oz penne pasta
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
Sauce
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 15 oz fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine all Cajun seasoning ingredients.
- Season chicken pieces with half of the Cajun mix.
- In a skillet, heat oil and butter over medium heat. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes, remaining seasoning, and chicken broth. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in cream and Parmesan. Let simmer until sauce thickens slightly.
- Add cooked pasta and chicken. Toss to coat and serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the spice level by changing the amount of cayenne pepper. You can also add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.