22min 4 ppl
Cajun Chicken Pasta
45 minutes
4 people
Medium31–60 min or 7–12 steps
45 min · 7 steps
Medium: 31–60 min or 7–12 steps
680 kcalper person
Protein 42g
Carbs 58g
Fats 30g
About this dish
Blackened Cajun-spiced chicken is sliced over penne tossed in a creamy peppered parmesan sauce, finished with sweet sautéed bell peppers.
Allergy Info
Dairy, Gluten, Celery
Diet Info
Meat
Ingredients
Fresh Produce
- Red Bell Pepperssliced1
- Green Bell Peppersliced1
- Garlic clovesminced2
Meat & Poultry
- Chicken Breastssliced into strips500 g
Dairy & Eggs
- Double cream250 ml
- Parmesan cheesefinely grated60 g
Tins & Jars
- Chicken stock100 ml
Dried Goods
- Macaronipenne shape350 g
Spices & Seasonings
- Cajun seasoningdivided2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
Oils & Condiments
- Vegetable Oil20 ml
Utensils
- Large pot
- Large frying pan
- Meat thermometer
- Chopping board
- Sharp knife
Method
1
Toss the chicken strips with 1 tablespoon of the Cajun seasoning.
Approx. 4 minutes
2
Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain, reserving a cup of the pasta water.
Approx. 12 minutes
3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over high heat and sear the chicken for 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until a meat thermometer reads 74°C, then set aside.
Approx. 8 minutes
4
Add the peppers to the same pan and cook for 5 minutes until softened and lightly charred.
Approx. 6 minutes
5
Stir in the garlic and remaining Cajun seasoning and cook for 30 seconds, then pour in the chicken stock and double cream and simmer for 4 minutes.
Approx. 6 minutes
6
Stir in the parmesan until melted, then toss through the drained pasta, loosening with the reserved pasta water as needed.
Approx. 5 minutes
7
Slice the chicken and arrange over the pasta before serving.
Approx. 4 minutes
