Chain restaurant Cajun pasta, made at home, in one pot, for a third the price. Spicy, creamy, and good enough that you'll stop ordering it out.
What You Need
Serves
4
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, divided
- 8oz penne
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
How to Make It
- 1
Toss chicken with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning and salt. Heat a deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high with a tablespoon of oil. Sear chicken 4 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove.
- 2
Drop heat to medium. Add bell pepper and cook 2 minutes. Add garlic and remaining seasoning, stir 30 seconds.
- 3
Pour in broth and cream. Add pasta. Stir, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 12 minutes until pasta is tender. Stir in parmesan off heat until glossy. Return chicken and toss.
