Hi Abbey, that will work. The recipe itself is great,wonderful flavors. Then add the green onions, bell peppers, salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Once hot, add the chicken and sear on both sides. Reduce heat to medium and cover. So cant wait to test our your recipe! Add chicken and saute for 2 min until lightly cooked. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Delicious! . I have tried a lot of your recipes since coming across one by chance and let me say I dont think Ive come across a disappointing one yet!!! Thnks. I like to lighten up casseroles. Should canned, drained diced tomatoes be used in this recipe. I used half and half, and it was perfect. In a large skillet, melt the butter and saute the bell peppers, mushrooms and green onions for 2 to 3 minutes, until the veggies are softened. And someone in my family had better get your cookbook for this wannabe chef! Very good and I will definitely be making this again! Leave the pasta in the colander. THIS IS AMAZING! Already asking when is the next time Im going to make it again. Remove and set aside. I used half and half cuz that is what I had. Directions Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. It's easy to adapt, too. Thank you! Thank you for another scrumptious recipe! Reduce heat to low and add cream cheese. Here is the cajun seasoning we use, McCormick brand, it is significantly less in sodium. Repeat until the chicken is cooked through and browned in spots, about 4 minutes total. While pasta is cooking, add the Oven Roasted Diced Chicken to a large skillet and season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Thanks a lot! Home Recipes Dishes & Beverages Pasta Dishes. Can I omit the Parmesan and expect good results? My family loved it. of pasta and there was still plenty of sauce. How to make CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA ! Ahhmazing!! Definitely a keeper.. This recipe will be a staple now! Add cooked linguine, toss, and heat through. Thank you for sharing that with us, Suzette! Reduce heat add green onion, heavy cream, tomatoes, basil, salt, garlic powder, black pepper and heat through. It is so good either way! After all,have you seentheir blooming onion? Quick and easy! Juicy, Thats wonderful! . Chicken tenderloins cook faster than chicken breast so youll just have to watch the time. The next day he ate 2 more bolws of it for lunch. That sounds like such a great idea but unfortunately, without further recipe testing, I cannot answer with certainty. Cook the pasta al dente, according to package directions. This is my very favorite pasta dish and this recipe was spot on and super easy! This recipe is legit I was skeptical because when I make chicken its always dry but theres magic in the the Cajun seasoning I used. Also quick to make. I used your recipe exactly and she loved it! This is super easy and SOOO delish! Will be making again!! Pasta is almost daily on the menu in my family and the children can never have enough of it! Love the review! Uncover; stir. The 4th time I added broccoli . This looks so delicious! Remove mushrooms from the pan to make room for sauce. I have the quantity in the recipe card. Definitely restaurant quality, it beats the heck out of a 45 minute trip into town. Gradually whisk in heavy cream and lemon zest. You advise not to use cast iron pans can you use enamel coated pans? Dust both sides with Cajun seasoning until thoroughly coated. Thank you for your fantastic review! I have been meaning to make it myself but I have not gotten around to it just yet! We had this wonderful pasta dish tonight and It was AMAZING. Thank you so much for the huge compliment Kelly! Made this today and it was so good!!! In any case Im printing this one out! Add garlic, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. This recipe is AMAZING. Working in two batches, melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium high heat in a large heavy bottom skillet. So simple! I made it with zoodles instead of pasta. Add the chicken pieces (and any desired vegetables) and season with cajun seasoning. Absolutely highly recommend!!! This was definitely a hit. Since I dont have a preference, can you please tell me which brand of cajun seasoning you used. Some people are accustomed to bland. It's robust, country-style cookery, just like this dish. This sounds absolutely delicious! I actually do not have a brand that I prefer over others it just depends what my grocery store carries and if there are any sales. This was absolutely amazing!! Cook, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes. This was definitely a winner in our house! Prep the Chicken: While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken cutlets on both sides with 1 tablespoon of cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. STEP 2 Oh em gee. Your family will love it. Id literally go there just for this. We put it over Spaghetti squash! Pensez-vous quil est possible dutiliser de la crme de table 15% en remplacement de la crme fouetter? Stir in the sauce on medium heat just until the spinach starts to wilt and sinks into the sauce. Think next time will make it with shrimp. Drain and cover to keep warm. Cajun seasoning is a mixture of several different spices that you probably have in your pantry. Season with cajun seasoning (about 1-2 teaspoons). I had the lemon because of the lemon zest. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more. Toss to coat it evenly. I sauteed the breasts in the olive oil. Sprinkle 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun spice over chicken pieces. We also have left overs for lunch tomorrow! OMG!!!!! Wonderful recipe! Simple yet so tasty & creamy! WOW!!! I tasted it as well and had to try hard to limit my portion! VERY YUMMY! In a large skillet, add the butter. Your email address will not be published. Been making this dish since the 70s. Hi If I made own Cajun Spice, how much of each ingredient would you recommend? strips, 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta (about 2-1/3 cups). In other words, will it be good for lunch the next day? I sear my chicken in butter instead of oil. I used creole seasoning and added garlic and onion powders for the chicken. My kids all loved it! Wish me luck!! Do you need to use parmasean cheese? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. My husband and I made this tonight and followed it exactly except I didnt have fresh parm (just the stuff in the jar and did half cup instead). Ive made this pasta once a week for three weeks in a row now. Hello Chungah, great recipe! Marinate for 15-30 minutes in the fridge. I always recommend doing your own calculations since the nutrition calculator will pull generic nutrition info for cajun seasoning rather than for a specific brand. It was my go-to. Another great recipe. While the sauce is cooking, cook the pasta according to the package directions. Sub heavy cream with milk + 2tbsp corn starch. Absolutely delicious. Hello- Are the tomatoes, in this recipe, peeled or unpeeled? Do you happen to know how many carbs are in 1 serving? No hate. heres what they said: Wow! Thank you so much for sharing that with me, LaBrilia! Or would it taste okay without? Drain. Super easy. This pasta dish is easy and fast. But this cajun pasta has always had my heart and soul. Sauted those until soft, added the garlic, and a drained can of rotell. So many colors, it looks delicious. Serve immediately. And so simple too! Hi Lea, totally agree. So glad you enjoyed it, Tonda! This is the first time Ive been compelled to comment on one. Absolutely delicious! 1 tablespoon olive oil, avocado oil or vegetable oil (swap one tablespoon butter if you prefer) 1 small white onion, chopped 2 cloves of garlic, minced (or teaspoon garlic powder) 1 pound chicken breast (approximately 2 medium chicken breasts), cut into bite size pieces or thin chicken strips Delicious! It was a hit! Love the look of this pasta. Required fields are marked *. It was delicious, easy, and fast! While the chicken cooked, I squeezed fresh lemon juice on the meat and again while it was plated and covered. It makes the dish so much more flavorful and creamier. This kicked-up cajun chicken pasta recipe is a family favorite and my most requested dish. I hope you have better results on the second attempt. I substitute spaghetti squash instead of the pasta to cut back on carbs. Keep posting such a good posts so that i can also cook and serve good food in my family. Youre welcome! I think you have done an excellent job with the Cajun theme. I plan on making this tonight. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. I double the ingredients except for the pasta. Love it! Add diced tomatoes and continue cooking over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens noticeably (15-18 minutes). However, when I made it he instantly loved it. I didnt have fresh tomatoes or parsley so I used a drained can of diced tomatoes sprinkled with a little of the cajun spice. Pour in the chicken broth, and stir to fully combine. Add the Parmesan cheese and remaining spices. Creamy pasta with pieces of tender and juicy cajun flavored chicken in the most delicious homemade cajun sauce. Very bland. And I wouldnt mind it on a Friday night right now. I think you could freeze it but I havent actually tested it myself. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. And you know it tastes 10000x better! Im glad you loved the recipe. Hi Sally! Ive made this dish twice, now, and the kids loved it. is another substitution suggestion, slightly healthier than half and half if thats what youre looking for (I usually use 2% milk). Beat the chicken breast with a meat mallet until even in thickness and season both sides. Thats great! This was delicious! I love this recipe! I hope that helps! So glad it was enjoyed. Cook and stir until slightly thickened, 4-6 minutes. seasoned the chicken, fried in sauce pan per your instructions. Geri. Im so happy that I came across your website and YouTube channel! My husband and I really liked it, Ill probably just use old bay again next time I make it and maybe add some cayenne or something since it didnt have any heat. Ingredients 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning 8 ounces penne pasta 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream, or more, to taste teaspoon lemon zest cup freshly grated Parmesan Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Im making this tonight! You may need more cajun seasoning to mask some of that taste. Another local favorite includes our Parmesan Crusted Walleye! This delicious pasta goes great with sides, veggies, and other main dishes. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. In a gallon size Ziploc bag, addchicken, 1 tablespoon olive oil and cajun seasoning, shaking to coat thoroughly. Trying to get my husband to cook more so I gave him this recipe, and I wouldve thought it was from a restaurant if I hadnt seen him cooking. Yes, you can omit the lemon zest if that is what you prefer. As they blended with the sauce? I think that makes everything even better. That is the best when kids (and family )love what we moms make. I hope that helps clarify the issue. Can I substitute half and half for the heavy cream? Soooo good!!!! My boyfriend went back for 2nds then a 3rd serving. The rotation of the rotisserie creates self basting and slow roasting skewers resulting in juicy and succulent meats such as Spit-Roasted Chicken and Hanger Steak with Horseradish-Whipped Potatoes. Add shrimp and spread into an even layer. I will make this again for sure! I didnt have heavy cream OR half and half, so I used milk thickened with corn starch, and also added a few tablespoons of cream cheese for extra fat. Just wondering if theres a way to make it w/o the cream and butter maybe substituting a little olive oil for it to stick to the pasta? This was the easiest, tastiest Cajun chicken pasta I ever made, it was DELICIOUS! So yummy! I am making this for my partners 30th. Method STEP 1 Heat the olive oil in a large, shallow saucepan or deep frying pan over a medium heat, then add the chicken, season lightly and fry for 6-8 mins, stirring occasionally until just golden all over - no need to worry about it being cooked through at this stage. Do you recommend any type of Cajun Seasoning? All you need is a slice of Focaccia Bread to soak up the creamy sauce, plus a simple Caesar Salad for a memorable pasta night. Chefs Kiss! But this was SO TASTY! Freezing sounds like an amazing idea but unfortunately, I cannot answer this with certainty as I have never tried freezing this myself. Garnish with shredded parmesan cheese and parsley. Thank you for this! Maybe that is why? This creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is loaded with juicy chicken, tender peppers, and a rich Cajun Alfredo sauce. Thank you! I may not order this at Chilis anymore because I can already make this at home. very interested in making this! We were in no way disappointed. This was good & the whole family enjoyed it. Thank you for the review. Made this on Wednesday because I KNEW my picky husband and daughter would love it! Ive linked it HERE. When I am not in the kitchen, I enjoy spending quality time with my husband and 5 children. Thanks for the recipe! Great dish just added buffalo sauce for spice a little jalapeo and mushrooms! Thank you. Remove from pan. Just wanted to tell you that I featured this recipe on my blog: http://adoseofsimple.com/2016/03/04/the-weekend-list-diy-dog-bed-leaf-wall-art-chicken-pasta/. Just that tiny bit gives such an amazing flavor without being lemony. Thank you for sharing, Rhi! , Absolutely loved it!! This looks absolutely delicious. Since I adore you and all of your recipes I gave it a shot and WOW this was fantastic! Id really appreciate it. Then went forward with the rest of the recipe, again adding garlic and onion powders as well as a little shake of cayenne as I found my creole seasoning didnt have enough heat. Made this recipe tonight for first time. Good to know that worked well! Prepare Chicken - Using a meat mallet or the bottom of a saucepan, pound the chicken breasts into an even thickness and season both sides with cajun seasoning. I find substituting a low or even Fat Free sour cream or pain yogurt does the trick. It was still a big hit! (Bell pepper, onion and celery) Next time I could cube the chicken instead of strips. Also used 16 oz. Sorry no pics, I never remember that stuff until we finish. Definitely a favorite in our house. Of course! Hi Roy! Stir in the cream and half & half. Next time Ill buy mushrooms for sure. Ive made this several times. My whole family LOVES this dish! Im going to add mushrooms as one comment suggested. This was great! Flavor was good, but wrong consistency. I have some ideas of how this might taste, but maybe you can help me out and give some details on the ingredients so I can mix something up myself? I added some Cajun seasoning to the sauce so good, This recipe is delicious I like my pasta saucy so I agree double up on the recipe, I also make my own cajun spice using Paul Prudhommess blackened seasoning blend its perfect. This recipe was fantastic and so easy to make. Add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. I was really pleased with the outcome! Will definitely be making it again. Thank you . Wipe out the pasta pot, then add 2 tablespoons olive oil and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering. Hi Lindsey, while I havent tried that, several of my readers reported great results using spinach! Juicy chicken breast tossed with tender pasta in a creamy cajun garlic sauce, ready in 30 minutes. Serves 4 Ingredients 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning divided 1 medium sweet onion diced 1 medium green bell pepper diced 2 cloves garlic minced 8 ounces penne pasta 2 cups chicken broth 14.5 ounces canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes drained 3/4 cups half and half 2 ounces cream cheese Weve lived in louisiana all our lives and cajun food is by far the best! The flavor cant be beat! Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is one of those slimming recipes that everyone has heard of no matter which diet plan you are following! So glad to hear that, Kat! My hubbie will be making a trip to the grocery store tomorrow despite the fact that we have about a foot of snow! Top with tomatoes and basil. While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil over medium heat in a large, nonstick skillet. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. Another high light is EASY dish!!!!! Save the remaining of the seasoning for pasta. 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