Description
Indulge in the bold and creamy flavors of Spicy Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, a dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a delightful culinary experience. This recipe features tender chicken pieces marinated in zesty cajun seasoning and simmered in a rich tomato cream sauce, perfectly coating your choice of pasta. With its quick preparation time of just 25 minutes, it’s not only delicious but also ideal for those busy days when time is short. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this dish is sure to impress with its hearty flavor and comforting texture.
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 7 oz rigatoni (or pasta of your choice)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 onion
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 tbsp cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Marinate sliced chicken in olive oil and cajun seasoning for at least 10 minutes.
- Boil water and cook pasta until al dente; reserve pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, sauté marinated chicken until golden brown.
- Add butter, garlic, onion, and bell pepper to the skillet; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato sauce, heavy cream, reserved pasta water, and remaining cajun seasoning; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and chicken; mix well.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional chicken pieces and optional chili flakes or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg