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Cajun Chicken Pasta

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Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delicious blend of juicy chicken, colorful veggies, and creamy sauce, bringing a taste of Louisiana to your kitchen.
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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, Louisiana
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste
For the pasta
  • 8 oz penne pasta
For the vegetables
  • 1 each bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
For the sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 1 cup chicken broth Add extra for reheating leftovers
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Plus more for serving
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • as needed Olive oil for cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the cubed chicken. Season with Cajun seasoning and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add a bit more olive oil if needed and sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until tender.
Cooking
  1. Add the penne pasta, cooked chicken, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the pot. Stir to combine.
  2. Bring to a simmer and cook until the pasta is al dente, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve garnished with more Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 26gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a little added chicken broth or cream to loosen the sauce. Ensure to cut the chicken into even pieces for even cooking.
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