Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

A flavorful and creamy Cajun chicken pasta recipe featuring tenderized chicken breasts seasoned with a blend of Cajun spices, cooked to juicy perfection, and tossed in a rich sauce made with heavy cream, cream cheese, chicken broth, and vegetables. This dish is quick to prepare and delivers restaurant-quality taste at home.

MediumAmerican (Cajun-inspired)Serves 4

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Source Video
14m
Prep
41m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 5m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$12.30
Per serving:$3.08

Critical Success Points

  • • Boil pasta until al dente.
  • • Flatten chicken breasts evenly without tearing.
  • • Season chicken thoroughly and rub in spices.
  • • Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked, then rest.
  • • Make creamy sauce by melting cream cheese into cream and broth.
  • • Combine pasta with sauce to coat well.
  • • Slice rested chicken and add to pasta before serving.

Safety Warnings

  • • Use caution when handling raw chicken to avoid cross-contamination.
  • • Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 74°C to prevent foodborne illness.
  • • Be careful when using the meat tenderizer to avoid injury.
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