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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

This Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a flavorful, quick dinner option perfect for busy nights and sure to impress your family.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1.5 to 2 Tbsp cajun seasoning divided
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2/3 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1.5 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 Tbsp parsley finely chopped

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • meat mallet
  • cutting board
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 Tbsp salt. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water then drain, cover, and keep warm.
  2. Beat the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season all over with 1½ Tbsp cajun seasoning.
  3. In a large non-reactive skillet, heat 2 tsp oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and sear on both sides. Turn heat down to low and saute until cooked through and reaches 165˚F on a thermometer. Transfer to a cutting board, slice into thin strips, and cover to keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet over medium heat, saute the butter and garlic for 30-60 seconds or until fragrant. Add the diced tomatoes and saute for another 2 minutes.
  5. Add the heavy whipping cream, remaining cajun seasoning to taste, and parmesan cheese, and bring to a simmer. Season to taste if needed.
  6. Add the sliced chicken and cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until combined and warmed through. Add reserved pasta water if desired to thin the sauce. Serve with freshly grated parmesan and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 18gFat: 31g

Notes

Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken for even cooking. Adjust the amount of cajun seasoning to taste for more or less heat. Let the mixed pasta sit briefly to allow flavors to meld.

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