This creamy Cajun chicken pasta is up there with my favourite pasta dishes. I’ve always been a big fan of cajun seasoning, so when I thought of using it to season and spice up a rich and creamy sauce, I was so excited.
There’s a lot that’s going on in terms of both flavour and nutrients for this recipe. We achieve a creamy, cheesy sauce by using cream cheese. I find this to be a cheat ingredient that provides both the creamy body to the sauce, whilst also providing the cheesy undertones. So there’s no need to buy both parmesan and heavy cream like you see in other creamy Cajun pasta recipes.
We have an array of veggies that dive into the pan to make this a well balanced dinner recipe. It’s packed full of protein, thanks to the incredibly tender, Cajun infused chicken breast.
And last but not least, it’s 509 kcal per portion, making it perfect for meal prep. You can freeze half the batch to spread out the portions or if you’re as obsessed as I am, you’ll want to eat this spicy chicken pasta in one week.
More pasta recipes you should try after this recipe:
The perfect lean source of protein for this spicy creamy pasta. When seared on a high heat with the cajun seasoning, it creates the best chicken to top our pasta with.
The pasta for this recipe is flexible, so choose your favourite. I love tagliatellie in this recipe, as it pairs with creamy recipes really well.
Try to find a variety of bell peppers to maximise the different nutrients from each colour. Peppers are a must in this recipe, as they act as a sweet contrast to the rich and spicy sauce.
To add some greens in our creamy Cajun chicken pasta. Feel free to substitute with green beans if you prefer.
For the aromatic base of our spicy creamy pasta. Feel free to up the garlic quantity, depending on your preference.
Provides both the cream element and the cheese element to the sauce, making this a savvy swap to keep our budget intact.
For freshness and flavour. You could also top with dill, parsley or coriander.
To brighten our creamy sauce.
Created in Louisiana, cajun seasoning is a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, pepper, oregano and salt.
Every blend is different, depending on which brand you get. The spice can vary, the salt level can vary, so adjust as necessary to ensure by taste testing your cajun chicken pasta as you.
If the Cajun pasta cream sauce lacks some heat, add a bit more, just refrain from adding lots of salt after this point as you may over salt your dish.
To make this creamy Cajun chicken pasta, first start by prepping the vegetables, thinly slicing the peppers and onion.
Add add the peppers and cook for a further 4 minutes.
Can I reheat this creamy Cajun pasta?
Definitely! You can use this recipe as meal prep. Simply divide the pasta and chicken into containers for individual portions and refrigerate for up to 5 days. When it’s time to eat, add 1 tbsp of pasta water and pop in the microwave for 2 minutes on high, stirring once in the middle. Top with fresh basil, chilli flakes and enjoy!
Can I freeze this recipe?
You can! Freeze this easy cajun pasta for up to 3 months. To defrost, we want to thaw in the fridge overnight as we dont want to leave the chicken at room temp by accident for any long duration.