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T G I Friday's Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

Recreate the fiery deliciousness of TGI Friday's Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta at home! This copycat recipe delivers the same bold Cajun flavors with tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta in a creamy, spicy sauce. Easy to follow instructions make this a weeknight winner.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 1055.5 kcal
Protein 82g
Rating 3.3 (7 Reviews)
T G I Friday's Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta

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Ingredients for T G I Friday's Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta

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How to Make T G I Friday's Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta

  1. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped onion and sauté for 1 minute until softened.
  4. Add chopped bell pepper and sauté for another minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook until reduced by half (about 3-5 minutes).
  6. Stir in V8 juice and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
  9. Slowly whisk the cornstarch slurry into the sauce. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency (about 1-2 minutes).
  10. Season the sauce generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  11. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Heat through until hot.
  12. Serve the pasta on plates or in a large bowl. Top with diced or shredded cooked chicken breast.
  13. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

42g

Carbs

41g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For 1 Or 2 Main Dish Pasta Poultry Vegetables American Cajun Southern United States Easy Beginner Cook Dinner Party Chicken Stove Top Dietary Low Sodium Comfort Food Low In Something Meat Chicken Breasts Pasta Rice And Grains Peppers Taste Mood Equipment Number Of Servings Presentation Served Hot