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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Skillet

Sally Thompson
This creamy Cajun chicken pasta skillet is the perfect balance of bold spices and rich, comforting flavors. Juicy, seasoned chicken is paired with tender pasta and coated in a silky, cheesy sauce that comes together in one pan. It’s an ideal choice for a quick dinner, easy recipe, or comforting food idea when you want something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Cajun
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 250 g penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 cup bell peppers
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • 1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden and cooked through, then set aside.
  • 3. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, reserve some pasta water, then drain.
  • 4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • 5. Add bell peppers and cook until slightly tender.
  • 6. Pour in chicken broth and simmer briefly while scraping the pan for flavor.
  • 7. Stir in heavy cream and let it gently simmer.
  • 8. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and the sauce thickens.
  • 9. Return chicken and pasta to the skillet and toss until well coated.
  • 10. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother sauce and better flavor.
Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking chicken to get a perfect sear.
Adjust Cajun seasoning to control the spice level to your preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 35gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 720mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
Keyword comfort food, creamy cajun chicken pasta, easy dinner, one-pan meal, quick recipe
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