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Creamy Cajun Pasta Recipe

Tanya Schroeder
This creamy cajun pasta is made in one pot. It is simple, creamy, and full of spice! Serve this anytime you need to add a little flavor to your dinner table.
4 from 10 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 574 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 pounds Chicken cubed
  • 3 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 32 ounce carton Chicken Broth
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 pound Cavatappi Pasta
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet placed over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for one minute.
  • Add chicken and season with Cajun seasoning.
  • Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • Add chicken broth and water to the same skillet and bring to a boil.
  • Add pasta and salt to boiling water and cook until pasta is al dente.
  • Reduce, cover and simmer until liquid reduces and thickens.
  • Remove lid and stir in tomato paste until incorporated.
  • Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; stir.

Nutrition

Calories: 574kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 36gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 1312mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g
Keyword Cheese, Chicken, Dinners, Easy Dinners, One Pot Meals, Pasta, Spicy
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