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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 850
A rich and flavorful pasta dish featuring seasoned chicken in a creamy Cajun sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 pieces large chicken breasts (sliced thin or pounded flat)
  • 2–3 tbsp olive oil or butter (for cooking)

Seasonings

  • 1 tbsp sazón seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Creole seasoning
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp adobo seasoning (optional) (for extra flavor)
  • to taste Salt and black pepper

Pasta and Dairy

  • 12 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup pasta water (reserved)
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Optional toppings

  • to taste crushed red pepper flakes or extra Cajun spice (for heat)

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
  • Season chicken with spices, cook until golden, then rest and slice.
  • Melt butter, sauté garlic, add cream cheese, then pour in heavy cream; season and stir until smooth. Mix in cheeses and reserved pasta water.
  • Toss cooked pasta and sliced chicken in the sauce until coated. Serve immediately with optional toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with additional Cajun spice or Parmesan before serving.
Calories: 850kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cajun, Chicken, Creamy, pasta