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One Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Easy One-Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

One Pot
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Prep Time 10 days
Cook Time 20 days
Total Time 30 days
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 482
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Cajun Seasoning
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp sal
Chicken Pasta
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp butter
  • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 1/2 lb. penne pasta uncooked
  • 15 oz. fire roasted diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 oz. cream cheese
  • 3 green onions sliced

Method
 

  1. Combine all Cajun seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Cube the chicken and toss it with the seasoning to fully coat.
  2. Heat the oil and butter in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for a few minutes on each side until browned (it does not need to be cooked through).
  3. Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for about 2 minutes until it begins to soften, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet.
  4. Add the pasta, fire roasted diced tomatoes (with juices), and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil with a lid on. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until the pasta is tender and the liquid has thickened into a sauce.
  6. Remove from heat, add the cream cheese in chunks, and stir until it has melted completely into a smooth, creamy sauce.
  7. Top with sliced green onions and serve hot.