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    Home » Recipes » Pasta » Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

    Last updated: Jun 17, 2020 by Melissa Riker · 1 Comment

    Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

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    creamy cajun chicken penne pasta in skillet

    Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a one-pot meal ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings. Spicy Cajun seasoned chicken is tossed with penne pasta and spicy tomatoes and peppers for a dish just bursting with flavor!

    creamy cajun chicken penne pasta in skillet

    I love one-pot meals, seriously love them! Anything to make kitchen clean up easier is a winner in my book! I also completely love meals I can get on the table in 30 minutes or less, so this recipe is a double winner!

    This recipe as written is not for the meek or mild. It's a bold and spicy flavor explosion! Depending on your spice tolerance you can tone it down (see below) or make it as written. For the record, my three boys will eat it at full spiciness so it totally depends on your personal taste.

    How to Adjust the Spice

    You can easily adjust the heat for your taste buds. You can cut the Cajun spices in half or choose mild Rotel to make this recipe less spicy.

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    How to Make Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

    This easy recipe starts with Cajun seasoned chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces. (My favorite Cajun seasoning is this one.) Toss the chicken in the spices to coat, then transfer to a large skillet with butter and oil. (I use this 5.5 quart saute pan.)

    chicken breast cut into pieces with cajun seasoning in pan

    The chicken is browned nicely along with some diced onion, can't you just see the flavor?

    penne tomatoes chicken broth in skillet

    Chicken broth, penne pasta, diced tomato and chiles, and heavy cream are added to the mix, stirred, and left to simmer for ten minutes. Most of the liquid will be absorbed.

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    Doesn't it look delicious?

    And on the table in 30 minutes!

    I like to serve this pasta with Homemade Texas Toast or Homemade Garlic Bread.

    If this Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is right up your alley, you might also like my Spicy Sausage Pasta or these Spicy Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos!

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    If you try this recipe, please comment and rate it below, I love hearing from you!

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    creamy cajun chicken penne pasta in skillet

    Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

    ★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
    • Author: Melissa Riker
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 6
    • Category: dinner
    • Method: stovetop
    • Cuisine: American
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    Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a one-pot meal ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings. Spicy Cajun seasoned chicken is tossed with penne pasta and spicy tomatoes and peppers for a dish just bursting with flavor!


    Ingredients

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    • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
    • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning
    • 4 tablespoons butter
    • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 small yellow onion, diced
    • 16 ounce box penne pasta
    • 4 cups chicken broth
    • 10 ounce can diced tomatoes with chiles
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • green onion for garnish if desired

    Instructions

    1. Cut chicken into ½" cubes. Toss chicken in spices in a medium bowl.
    2. In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil until very hot.
    3. Add chicken and cook until seared on all sides. (Chicken will not be cooked through at this pint.)
    4. Add diced onion and continue to cook until translucent, stirring often, about two minutes.
    5. Add pasta, broth, diced tomatoes and chiles, and heavy cream to the pan and stir to mix.
    6. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low and place lid on the skillet. Simmer 10 minutes or until pasta is cooked, stirring often to prevent sticking.
    7. Garnish with green onion if desired and serve immediately.

    Notes

    • Reduce heat by reducing the amount of Cajun seasoning or choosing mild tomatoes and green chiles.
    • Increase heat by choosing hot tomatoes and green chiles.
    • Use a large skillet for this recipe, I use this 5.5 quart saute pan.

    Keywords: cajun chicken pasta, creamy cajun chicken pasta

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    1. Hannah says

      August 19, 2019 at 1:35 pm

      Thank you, the family really enjoyed this recipe!

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