One Serving Oil-Free Cajun Chicken Pasta

Pot; Large Skillet; Spatula/Wooden Spoon; Measuring Spoons

10 minutes

25 minutes

American

Cajun Chicken, Pasta, One Serving, Oil Free

Main Course

Stovetop

Oil Free

1

60g uncooked penne pasta

1 boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon dried oregano leaves

½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

¼ teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 tablespoons vegetable broth or water

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the penne pasta. Cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the chicken cubes and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano leaves, thyme leaves, cayenne pepper and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

Add the tomato paste and vegetable broth or water to the skillet and stir to combine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to combine everything together. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through. Serve immediately.

Calories – 590; Fat – 8g; Carbohydrates – 74g; Protein – 37g; Sodium – 690mg

This one serving oil free Cajun Chicken Pasta is an easy and delicious meal that can be prepared in just 15 minutes! It’s packed with flavor from garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano leaves, thyme leaves, cayenne pepper and black pepper – all without any added oil! Enjoy this healthy meal any night of the week!

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