Cajun Chicken Pasta
Add a taste of the bayou to your dinner with this easy Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe. It's perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight meal. The cajun seasoning gives it a spicy kick, while the creamy sauce makes it irresistibly creamy and delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 lb. chicken tenderloins (diced into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 lb. Rotini pasta
- 32 oz chicken stock (low-sodium )
- 2 tbsp garlic (minced )
- 1 can fire-roasted tomatoes
- 2 tbsp cajun seasoning
- cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp dried parsley (optional)
- 1 cup cheese of your choice (shredded )
Directions
- 1
In a large saucepan, heat a little bit of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add in your chicken and cajun seasoning. Stir until chicken is fully coated and cook untilthe chicken is brown. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
- 3
Once chicken is cooked, transfer to a bowl and cover to keep warm.
- 4
Without rinsing the pan, add in the bell peppers and cook until soft. Then add in garlicand cook until fragrant but not burnt. (feel free to add ½ tbsp of cajun seasoning here ifyou want a stronger cajun flavor)
- 5
Pour in the chicken stock, can of tomatoes, and heavy cream. Bring this to a light boil,then add in pasta.
- 6
Stir frequently and cook until pasta is tender. This should take about 12-15 minutes.
- 7
Lower heat to medium/low and allow the sauce to thicken.
- 8
Remove from heat and add in the cooked chicken, parsley, and shredded parmesan. Stirto coat the chicken and incorporate the parsley and parmesan.
- 9
Salt and pepper to taste then serve!