Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta

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This Cajun Chicken Pasta is a dinner winner with it's creamy cajun sauce and bites of tender pasta and chicken. It's one of the easiest dinners, ready in less than 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces farfalle pasta
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Fresh vegetables, if desired

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large pot or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken pieces (and any desired vegetables*) and season with cajun seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until chicken is nearly cooked through.

  4. 4

    Add the milk and cream cheese, stirring well until cream cheese has melted and sauce is smooth, 2-3 minutes. 

  5. 5

    Stir in pasta, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.Serve immediately.