06/10/2024
🍝🔥 Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta 🔥🍝
Enjoy this quick and delicious Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta that's bursting with flavor and perfect for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Detailed Recipe & Step-by-Step Instructions Here 👇
📋 Ingredients:
🍝 16 oz. penne pasta
🍗 2 chicken breasts
🌶️ 1 tbsp. Cajun seasoning
🧅 1 tsp. onion powder
🧄 1 tsp. garlic powder
🌿 1 tsp. dry parsley
🌶️ 1/2 tsp. paprika
🧂 1/2 tsp. Old Bay seasoning
🛢️ 1 tbsp. oil
🧈 1 tbsp. unsalted butter
🧅 1 small onion, chopped
🌶️ 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
🍅 4 oz. diced tomatoes
🥛 2 cups heavy cream
🧄 1 tsp. minced garlic
🧀 4 oz. cream cheese
🍗 1 tsp. chicken bouillon
🌶️ 1 tsp. Cajun seasoning
🧀 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
📝 Instructions:
1️⃣ Boil the Pasta:
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Season the Chicken:
Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, dry parsley, paprika, and Old Bay seasoning.
3️⃣ Cook the Chicken:
Heat 1 tbsp. of oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 5-10 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4️⃣ Prepare the Vegetables:
In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp. of unsalted butter.
Once melted, add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, and diced tomatoes.
Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
5️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce:
Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in the heavy cream, cream cheese, and chicken bouillon.
Add 1 tsp. Cajun seasoning and mix well.
Let the sauce simmer until it thickens, stirring occasionally.
6️⃣ Combine Pasta and Sauce:
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the creamy sauce, stirring to coat the pasta evenly.
7️⃣ Slice and Add the Chicken:
Slice the cooked chicken breasts into strips and arrange them on top of the pasta in the skillet.
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
8️⃣ Serve:
Allow the dish to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta!