One-Serving Cajun Chicken Pasta

Pot for boiling water; large skillet; wooden spoon or spatula; measuring spoons; knife for chopping vegetables; cutting board; ladle for draining pasta

10 minutes

30 minutes

Cajun

Cajun Chicken Pasta, One-Serving, 30 Minutes

Main Course

Stovetop

Gluten free (if using gluten free pasta)

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60g Penne pasta

1/2 tsp olive oil

1/2 small onion, diced

1 garlic clove, minced

1/4 tsp smoked paprika

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

1/4 tsp dried oregano

120g chicken breast, diced

2 tbsp tomato paste

120ml chicken stock

2 tbsp cream cheese

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

Add the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper and oregano and stir to combine. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.

Add the tomato paste and chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Stir in the cream cheese until melted into the sauce then add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until combined. Serve immediately with your favorite sides!

Calories – 498 kcal, Fat – 17 g, Carbohydrates – 56 g, Protein – 27 g

This one-serving Cajun Chicken Pasta is an easy to make meal that is packed with flavor! Ready in just 30 minutes with simple ingredients like penne pasta, onion, garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper oregano chicken breast tomato paste chicken stock cream cheese this dish is sure to please!

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Cajun and Creole cuisines, which originated in Louisiana, are known for their spicy flavors.