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Light And Hearty Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

Craving a flavorful, low-fat pasta dish that's ready in under an hour? This one-pot Cajun Chicken Pasta is your answer! Packed with juicy chicken, vibrant veggies, and a creamy Cajun sauce, it's a crowd-pleaser that's surprisingly easy to make. Serves 4-6.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 468.3 kcal
Protein 72g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
Light And Hearty Cajun Chicken Pasta

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Ingredients for Light And Hearty Cajun Chicken Pasta

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How to Make Light And Hearty Cajun Chicken Pasta

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite shape) and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, sprinkle 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts with 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of nonstick cooking spray.
  4. Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 2 minutes without stirring, until lightly browned.
  5. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes, or until no longer pink inside. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  6. Add another 1 tablespoon of nonstick cooking spray and 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Add 1 cup sliced bell peppers (any color), 1 cup sliced mushrooms, and 2 green onions (sliced, reserving 2 tablespoons for garnish).
  7. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  8. Stir in 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  9. Pour in 1 cup half-and-half. Bring to a simmer.
  10. Add the cooked chicken to the sauce. Stir until heated through and coated.
  11. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss gently to combine.
  12. Garnish with the reserved 2 tablespoons of sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

19g

Carbs

17g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Main Dish Pasta Poultry American Cajun Southern United States Chicken Stove Top One Dish Meal Comfort Food Meat Chicken Breasts Pasta Rice And Grains Taste Mood Savory Equipment Number Of Servings