Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe
Incredibly flavorful, super quick meal that's ready in under 20 minutes!
Servings: 4
Calories: 964kcal
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1" pieces
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 3 tsp cajun seasoning
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1 1/2 - 2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 Tbsp sun-dried tomatoes diced
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp dried basil
- 1/8 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 cup green onions
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta to al dente as instructed on the box.8 oz penne pasta
- Place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl and toss to coat.2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 3 tsp cajun seasoning
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté chicken in butter until chicken is tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.2 Tbsp butter
- Reduce heat and add tomatoes, basil, salt, garlic, black pepper, and heat throgh about 1 minute.2 Tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, 1/4 tsp kosher salt, 1/4 tsp dried basil, 1 clove garlic, 1/8 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- Add the heavy cream and increase the heat to a simmer. Allow to cook a couple of minutes to thicken.1 1/2 - 2 cup heavy whipping cream
- Pour over the cooked penne pasta and toss with parmesan cheese and green onions.1/4 cup green onions, 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Serve hot, garnish with additional green onions (optional).
Notes
How To Store Leftovers
Refrigeration: Allow to cool to room temp, then transfer the leftover pasta into an airtight container or sealable plastic bag. Place it in the refrigerator within two hours of cooking. Properly stored, it can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days.
Reheating: You have a couple of options to reheat the Cajun chicken pasta. You can either microwave it in a microwave-safe dish, stirring occasionally, until heated through, or you can reheat it on the stovetop. If reheating on the stovetop, add a splash of water or cream to prevent the pasta from drying out and heat it over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until warmed.
Nutrition
Calories: 964kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 87g | Saturated Fat: 53g | Cholesterol: 342mg | Sodium: 445mg | Potassium: 527mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4133IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 222mg | Iron: 2mg