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Zesty Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Quick & Irresistible Recipe

Zesty Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Quick & Irresistible Recipe
Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
Serves
6
Calories
527 kcal
Carbs
55.00 g

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Toss chicken with 1/2 Tbsp cajun seasoning. Add to pot in a single layer.

  3. 3

    Cook until browned on bottom, about 3 minutes then turn and continue to cook through, about 3 minutes longer. Transfer to a sheet of foil and wrap to keep warm.

  4. 4

    Heat remaining 1/2 Tbsp olive oil in the same pot over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers and onion and sauté 3 minutes. Add garlic and remaining 1 Tbsp cajun seasoning and sauté 1 minute longer.

  5. 5

    Pour in chicken broth, tomatoes, and 1/2 cup heavy cream. Bring mixture to a boil, then add pasta.

  6. 6

    Cook, stirring frequently until pasta is nearly tender, about 12 - 13 minutes. Add cornstarch and water mixture and cook until pasta is just tender and sauce mixture has thickened, about 1 minute longer.

  7. 7

    Remove from heat. Toss in remaining 1/4 cup cream, parmesan, parsley, and cooked chicken, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.