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Cajun Chicken Pasta

Cajun Chicken Pasta

The ultimate comfort food, Cajun Chicken Pasta is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. This easy weeknight dinner will satisfy your cravings for something hearty and delicious. Perfectly seasoned chicken combined with luscious sauce and pasta makes for a meal you’ll want to make again and again!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 8 oz penne or similar pasta
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 oz cream cheese the brick style, not the tub style
  • 2 cups half and half
  • 1/4 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese not the powder type!
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • additional Cajun seasoning to taste

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Large Pot
  • Grater
  • Skillet
  • Frying Pan
  • Chef's Knife
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. In a gallon zipper style bag, combine the chicken, ONE tablespoon of the olive oil and Cajun seasoning. Shake or knead the bag to evenly coat the chicken.
  2. In a large fry, grill or sauté pan, heat the remaining one tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once heated, place chicken breasts in pan, and cover. Flip chicken breasts after approximately seven minutes, cooking for a total of seven minutes on EACH side. Note that different sizes of chicken breasts may require more or less cooking time.
  3. Start the pasta and cook according to package directions.
  4. In a heavy, medium-sized saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, stirring until well combined and mixed in with the butter.
  5. Add the cream cheese and garlic. It will get a little lumpy, but whisk until all ingredients are incorporated.
  6. Add in 1/4 of the half and half and whisk until very well combined.
  7. Add in Parmesan cheese and stir well. Slowly whisk in remaining half and half, and bring to a gentle boil, whisking almost continuously. It will need to hit the boiling point before it starts to thicken up.
  8. If desired, add salt, pepper, and additional Cajun seasoning.
  9. Pour sauce over drained pasta and stir to combine.
  10. Serve immediately. Chicken can be sliced and added to the pasta or placed on top of the pasta. Garnish with tomatoes and/or green onions if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

Follow these tips for the best results: