This One Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, pasta, and bold Cajun spices for an irresistible meal.
Author:amanda recipes
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:One-Pot
Cuisine:Cajun
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb chicken breast, diced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp Cajun seasoning
1 onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 bell pepper, sliced
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
12 oz penne pasta
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with Cajun seasoning. Cook until golden.
Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper, sautéing until softened.
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in penne pasta and bring to a boil.
Lower the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked and sauce thickens (about 15 minutes).
Stir in Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Adjust the Cajun seasoning for desired spice level.
Use smoked sausage or shrimp for variation.
Best served immediately for the creamiest texture.