Сreamy Cajun chicken pasta is super easy to make. You can prepare it in 20-25 minutes, so it’s a perfect choice for a busy weeknight dinner! I love creamy pasta sauces with tomatoes and a bit of heat, and this is one of the great ones.
Adding chicken makes it even better. Don’t forget to adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your liking.
I really enjoy chicken breast pasta recipes, and I will share with you my favorites: Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta, because of its tangy-tasting sauce, this other Cajun Chicken Pasta, which is slightly different, White Cheese Chicken Lasagna Recipe, always a crowd pleaser, Best Boneless Chicken Casserole, that has a great smoky bacon flavor, the classic Best Chicken Carbonara Recipe, and Lemon Garlic Chicken Zoodles Recipe, if you want to go carb-free!
How To Make Cajun Chicken Pasta
- Thinly slice chicken breasts and place them in a bowl. Season with Cajun seasoning.
- Cook linguine according to the package directions until al dente.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Then, add sliced chicken breasts. Cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Creamy Cajun Sauce
To make a creamy sauce, add heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, and salt. Stir in and bring to a simmer. Pour over the drained linguine and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and sliced green onions.
Variations
- Add ¼ cup chicken broth for a thinner sauce.
- Use parsley or basil instead of green onion.
- Try to use different types of pasta.
- Use oil from jarred sun-dried tomatoes instead of butter.
- Garnish creamy Cajun chicken pasta with crumbled cooked bacon.
- Adjust the amount of the Cajun seasoning mix to your liking.
How To Store and Reheat Leftovers
You can store leftover creamy Cajun chicken pasta in an airtight container and in the fridge for up to three days.
When it’s time to serve, you can reheat Cajun chicken pasta in a microwave or on the stove. I recommend adding a little water.
Prepare this recipe and share your impressions in the comments below. Creamy Cajun chicken pasta is a must-prepare!
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Сreamy Cajun chicken pasta is super easy to make. You can prepare it in 20-25 minutes, so it’s a perfect choice for a busy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
- - 2 chicken breasts, boneless + skinless;
- - 2 ½ tsp Cajun seasoning mix;
- - 8 oz linguine;
- - 2 tbsp butter;
- - ½ cup heavy cream;
- - ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes;
- - ½ tsp Italian seasoning;
- - ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated + more for garnish;
- - salt, to taste;
- - green onions, for garnish.
Instructions
- Thinly slice chicken breasts and place them in a bowl. Season with Cajun seasoning.
- Cook linguine according to the package directions until al dente
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Then, add sliced the chicken breasts. Cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the heavy cream and add the sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, and salt. Stir in and bring to a simmer. Then pour over the drained linguine.
- Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and sliced green onions. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 654Total Fat: 30gCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 37.5g