Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

from lifemadesimplebakes.com
40 min
8 servings

This creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is simple with a hint of spice. It makes for an easy & incredibly flavorful homemade dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken breasts (cut into 1/2 inch cubes)
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 1/2 c chicken broth
  • 1 lb pasta (rigatoni, penne or farfalle)
  • 1 1/2 c fresh spinach (chopped)
  • 2 oz cream cheese
  • 2 c milk
  • 1/3 c Parmesan cheese (grated)

Directions

  1. 1

    Set a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, add olive oil.

  2. 2

    Season cubed chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.Add to the pan and brown on all sides

  3. 3

    Add bell pepper and onion, sauté for 1 minute, then add garlic. Saute for 30 seconds

  4. 4

    Pour in chicken broth and turn up heat. Bring to a boil, then add the pasta. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes, then add the spinach, milk, and cream cheese. Stir to combine, then let simmer, uncovered for 5 minutes. Let the m mixture thicken

  5. 5

    Add Parmesan cheese and toss to combine. Serve warm.