One-Pan Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
- 35 min
- Serves 6
- 17 ingredients
15 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A hearty one‑pan Cajun chicken pasta packed with protein and bold spices. Tender diced chicken, rigatoni, and a creamy cheese sauce create a satisfying dinner that's perfect for quick meal‑prep.
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Method
Mix together all of the Cajun seasoning ingredients.
Season the diced chicken generously with about one‑third of the seasoning.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3‑4 minutes until browned on the outside but not completely cooked through.
Add the onion and bell peppers and cook for another 2‑3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
Add the uncooked rigatoni, chicken broth and the remaining Cajun seasoning. Stir everything together and bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat to medium‑low, cover and cook for 10‑13 minutes, stirring every few minutes so the pasta doesn’t stick.
Cook until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese and Parmesan until everything comes together into a thick, creamy Cajun sauce.
Let it sit for 2‑3 minutes to thicken, then divide into 6 containers for meal prep.
Tips while you cook
- Season chicken with only part of the Cajun mix
- Use about one‑third of the Cajun seasoning.
- Stir pasta frequently while simmering
- During the 10‑13 minute simmer, stir every few minutes.
- Allow the sauce to thicken before portioning
- After mixing in cream cheese and Parmesan, let the dish sit 2‑3 minutes.
Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.
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