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Cajun Chicken Pasta

A delightful blend of bold flavors and creamy goodness, ready in under 30 minutes for busy home cooks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Try to use fresh chicken for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust the amount based on your spice preference.
  • 8 ounces penne pasta Feel free to substitute with your favorite type of pasta.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil This helps to sear the chicken perfectly.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Use whole cream for a rich consistency.
  • 1 cup chicken broth A low-sodium option is great to control saltiness.
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced Colorful peppers add nutrition and flavor.
  • 1 small onion chopped Sweet onions work well to balance the spice.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Use freshly ground pepper for better flavor.
  • Fresh parsley for garnish This adds a nice pop of color.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Cook the penne pasta and drain.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet, and cook the chicken until golden.
  4. Add onion and bell peppers to the skillet, and sauté.
  5. Mix in chicken broth and heavy cream, then simmer.
  6. Return sliced chicken to the skillet and add cooked pasta, tossing to mix.
  7. Serve hot with parsley on top.

Notes

Cajun Chicken Pasta stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm it in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth to loosen the sauce. If you want to freeze it, store it in an airtight container for up to a month. Thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating. The creamy sauce might separate a bit, so stir well when reheating.