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A skillet filled with a sliced chicken breast on top of noodles and bell peppers.
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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

This easy Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe is ready in under 30 minutes, with juicy cajun-spiced chicken, creamy linguine, and veggies. There's even an option for a homemade Cajun seasoning blend.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American, cajun
Keyword: Cajun Chicken Pasta
Servings: 6 Servings
Author: Rachel Farnsworth

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 6 teaspoons cajun seasoning divided
  • 6 tablespoons butter divided
  • 1 pound linguine
  • 3 medium multi-color bell peppers sliced
  • 1 red onion sliced
  • 8 ounces white or cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
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Instructions

  • Rub 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts with about 1 teaspoon of cajun seasoning each and bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 tablespoons of butter. Sear the chicken breasts in the butter until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F which will take about 5-7 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Remove the chicken and set aside to rest.
  • While the chicken is cooking, slice your vegetables and cook 1 pound linguine according to the package directions.
  • In the same skillet (without cleaning it), melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Add in the sliced bell peppers, onion, and mushroom. Sauté until veggies are tender, stirring frequently, about 6 to 7 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 2 teaspoons of cajun seasoning over veggies and cook 1 minute more.
  • Pour in 2 cups heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
  • Stir in cooked pasta and toss until coated and veggies are evenly distributed. Slice chicken breasts and serve over hot pasta.

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Notes

Homemade Cajun Seasoning:

  • 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

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 780kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 187mg | Sodium: 228mg | Potassium: 824mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 4385IU | Vitamin C: 79.5mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 2.2mg
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