Description
This One Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a flavorful and easy dish that combines tender chicken, cajun spices, pasta, and a creamy sauce all cooked in one skillet.
Ingredients
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Cajun Seasoning:
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp 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
Remaining Ingredients:
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp butter
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 lb. penne pasta (uncooked)
- 15 oz. fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 oz. cream cheese
- 3 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Cajun Seasoning: Combine the ingredients for the Cajun seasoning in a small bowl. Cut the chicken into cubes, coat with the seasoning.
- Cook Chicken: Sear seasoned chicken in olive oil and butter.
- Add Onion: Sauté diced onion until softened.
- Add Pasta & Broth: Add pasta, tomatoes, and broth. Simmer until pasta is tender.
- Finish: Stir in cream cheese until melted. Top with green onions and serve.
Notes
- You can adjust the level of cayenne pepper to control the spiciness of the dish.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: One Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta, Creamy Chicken Pasta, Cajun Pasta Recipe
