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One Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta

Creamy One Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 635
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, divided
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley or sliced green onions, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken with half the Cajun seasoning and a pinch of salt. Sear in hot olive oil for about 5 minutes until golden, then transfer to a plate.
  2. Sauté the onion and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and remaining Cajun seasoning; cook 30 seconds.
  3. Pour in the broth, bring to a boil, then add the penne and return the chicken. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring once, until pasta is tender.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan until smooth. Serve garnished with parsley or green onions.

Notes

The sauce will thicken as it cools; add a splash of milk when reheating to loosen it. For a deeper smoky flavor, mix a little smoked paprika into the Cajun seasoning.