Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Are you craving a restaurant-quality meal that can be prepared in just 29 minutes or less? With just 8 essential ingredients, you’ll create a delectable Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta that fills your kitchen with the savory aroma of perfectly sautéed goodness. Here’s a revised version: With no prep time required, simply apply our all-purpose Cajun seasoning to your chicken and you’ll be cooking in no time. Here’s a revised version: For a dish that’s sure to please even the pickiest of eaters, try our mouthwatering Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, ideal for a stress-free family dinner.

Contents

Why Our Recipe Ingredient Notes The Perfect Sear Adjusting the Heat Level Storage and Reheating Instructions

Why Our Recipe

Ready in under 30 minutes? Simply combine 8 essential ingredients for a speedy culinary triumph.
Instant gratification is possible without any advance preparation needed.
Here’s your homemade seasoning blend:

With a passion for Cajun seasoning so strong, we opted to create our very own blend. We maintain a small stash of it in the pantry for easy access. While store-bought Cajun seasoning blends are readily available, crafting your own offers unparalleled flexibility to tailor the flavour to your liking. Want a little more kick? Add some extra cayenne pepper. Love that onion taste? Can you add some extra depth to this statement? Experimenting with Cajun seasoning yields numerous permutations; discover the harmonious balance that elevates your palate to serenade the bayou’s nocturnal rhythms.

Ingredient Notes

An overhead view of the ingredients to make Cajun chicken pasta.

To cook chicken more quickly, slice each breast in half along its length. Slice horizontally, maintaining a consistent blade angle and parallel alignment with the cutting board.
Available in most supermarkets’ spice sections, yet we opt for a homemade approach to tailor its flavor profile to our liking. Is your taste buds craving the bold flavors of Louisiana? Then make your own homemade Cajun seasoning with this simple recipe!
With a diameter slightly thicker than traditional spaghetti and a smooth, flat surface akin to fettuccine, these noodles offer a unique texture and visual appeal. You can also consider using spaghetti or fettuccine as alternatives. Congratulations to us, we’ve achieved a hat-trick of success!
To speedily slice a pepper, remove the uppermost and lowermost portions, followed by bisecting the resulting rounded section along its central axis. With the peppers laid out flat on the cutting board, carefully remove the seeds and white membranes to expose their tender flesh. Next, slice the peppers into long, thin strips, ready for your desired culinary application.
As it heats through, its natural sweetness is released, subtly enhancing the dish’s flavor profile while adding a pop of vibrant color.
For a creamy risotto, cremini or white mushrooms are excellent choices. Discover the fresh catch of the day in the refrigerated produce section of your local grocery store.
Also labeled Heavy Whipping Cream. Wanting to add some levity? Consider using half-and-half as a lighter alternative; just keep in mind that the resulting sauce will be slightly more diluted.

The Perfect Sear

Achieving a flawless sear on your chicken requires minimal effort and yields maximum results. The trick? With a sizzling hot skillet and a dash of patience, Preheat your pan to a high-medium heat setting to ensure a sizzling hot surface when you add the chicken, sealing in the natural juices with its initial contact. Allow sufficient room in the pan for each item to cook evenly, then permit them a brief respite of approximately two minutes before flipping to ensure optimal results. Discover the secret to achieving a golden-brown crust that has everyone hooked! Upon cooking being completed, adjust the heat to a moderate low setting to ensure the interior is cooked through while preventing the exterior from charring excessively. Ensure the internal temperature reaches a minimum of 165 degrees Fahrenheit prior to removing it from the heat source.

An overhead close up view of a skillet of Cajun chicken pasta.

1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt

Adjusting the Heat Level

Looking for an extra boost of flavor? Infuse your Cajun seasoning with an extra kick by boosting the cayenne pepper content or adding a dash of fiery red pepper flakes to your vegetables for an explosive flavor experience. Add a spicy kick by drizzling in your favourite hot sauce for an extra layer of flavour. To accommodate those with milder taste preferences, simply exclude the cayenne pepper from your homemade Cajun seasoning recipe, or opt for a store-bought blend specifically designed to be gentle on the palate?

Storage and Reheating Instructions

Stored in an airtight container, leftovers remain fresh for as long as five days.

Stirring occasionally, warm the mixture in a skillet set over medium-low heat or microwave individual portions at 50% power for 1-minute intervals, pausing to stir between each cycle until warmed through.

See our video tutorial for a guided walkthrough of this recipe’s preparation, as we showcase each step in vivid detail.