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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

The Crispy Chef
Looking for a tasty dinner that's quick to make? This creamy Cajun chicken pasta is perfect. It's full of bold flavors and a creamy texture. This dish turns simple ingredients into a meal that tastes like it came from a restaurant.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 690 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet or sauté pan (12-inch recommended)
  • Heavy-bottomed pot for boiling pasta
  • Sharp chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups (dry and liquid)
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Colander (for draining pasta)
  • Kitchen towels or paper towels
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Meat thermometer (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 ounces penne or fettuccine pasta
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 bell pepper optional
  • 1 cup fresh spinach optional
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions
 

  • Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with 2 teaspoons of Cajun seasoning, coating well.
  • Cook pasta according to the package instructions. Drain, keeping 1/2 cup pasta water.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 7 minutes.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter and add cream cheese, whisking until smooth. Add milk and continue whisking.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese, then add the cooked pasta, chicken, and any additional vegetables.
  • Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce’s consistency.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best sauce consistency.
For a spicier dish, increase the amount of cayenne pepper in the Cajun seasoning.
Add bell peppers or spinach for extra veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 690kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 36gFat: 38gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 910mgPotassium: 610mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
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