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One Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta

One Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta

A vibrant and flavorful One Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta that combines savory chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and creamy sauce in a quick dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER RECIPES
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
For the Pasta
  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
For the Sauce and Veggies
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1 cup bell peppers diced (mixed colors)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

How to Make One Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta
  1. Prep the Ingredients: Start by chopping your boneless chicken into bite-sized pieces, dicing the bell peppers, and mincing the garlic. This will make cooking a breeze!
  2. Sauté the Chicken: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and the chicken seasoned with Cajun seasoning. Sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  3. Cook the Vegetables: Using the same pot, add the minced garlic and diced bell peppers. Sauté until softened, approximately 3 minutes.
  4. Add Pasta and Liquid: Pour in the penne pasta, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir everything together and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer until the pasta is al dente, around 10 minutes.
  5. Finish the Dish: Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Then, return the cooked chicken to the pot and mix everything well.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Serve your One Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley or additional Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 32gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to sprinkle some red pepper flakes for an extra kick of heat! You can also customize the recipe with your favorite vegetables or proteins.

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