Best 9 Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipes

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Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with three extraordinary pasta dishes that capture the essence of bold flavors. Experience the harmony of creamy, spicy, and savory notes in every bite. From the vibrant Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, bursting with Cajun spices and tender chicken, to the hearty Jambalaya Pasta, a symphony of rice, vegetables, and succulent shrimp, these recipes are a celebration of taste. And for those who crave a touch of heat, the Spicy Shrimp Alfredo will set your taste buds ablaze with its rich, creamy sauce and perfectly cooked shrimp. Prepare to tantalize your senses and satisfy your cravings with this trio of pasta dishes, each offering a unique and unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA



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Try this when you are feeling daring and want to mix things up a bit! A Southern inspired recipe that is sure to add a little fun to your dinner table. Try serving it with corn bread.

Provided by Tammy Schill

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pasta

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 ounces linguine pasta
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, sliced into thin strips
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons butter
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ red bell pepper, chopped
4 fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 green onion, minced
1 ½ cups heavy cream
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon lemon pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl, and toss to coat.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in butter until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat, and stir in heavy cream. Season the sauce with basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper, and heat through.
  • In a large bowl, toss linguini with sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1109.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.7 g, Cholesterol 347.9 mg, Fat 82.2 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 42.7 g, SaturatedFat 50 g, Sodium 1134.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

CREAMY CAJUN "CHICKEN" PASTA (VEGETARIAN CHICKEN)



Creamy Cajun

I came up with this recipe in attempt to please my husband who is not keen on fake meats. We all loved this dish and I don't believe he realized that the strips were not real chicken breast. The 6 year old licked his plate - literally. So if you happened to grab a bag and are wondering what on earth to do with it.... give this recipe a try. I know you will love it!

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Cajun

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

12 ounces vegetarian chicken strips or 12 ounces Morningstar Farms Meal Starters chicken strips, thawed and cut into thirds
8 ounces campanelle pasta (your favorite pasta will work) or 8 ounces linguine, cooked al dente (your favorite pasta will work)
4 teaspoons cajun seasoning (see below for recipe)
1 -2 tablespoon butter
3 thinly sliced green onions
1 -2 cup heavy whipping cream (I use one cup heavy cream and one cup milk)
4 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
kosher salt, to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon paprika (I use Hungarian Hot Paprika)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Add Cajun Seasoning to a medium sized bowl.
  • Spray thawed chik'n pieces with a little bit of Pam and toss in bowl to coat with seasoning.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chik'n pieces in butter until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat and add green onion, heavy cream, sun dried tomatoes, basil, salt, garlic powder, black pepper and heat through until sauce slightly thickens. If the sauce gets too thick you can just add more milk and stir.
  • Pour over hot pasta and toss,with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.3, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 16.8, Cholesterol 94.7, Sodium 213.6, Carbohydrate 48.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 3.1, Protein 12.1

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN WITH PASTA



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Make and share this Creamy Cajun Chicken With Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diana 6

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic clove
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper
1/8 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/3 cup green onion, chopped (green part only)
1 cup whipping cream
12 ounces thin spaghetti, cooked
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook garlic in butter in 12 inch skillet over med. heat 30 seconds.
  • Stir in chicken and seasoning mix.
  • Cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in green onions, cook 1 minute more.
  • Add cream, increase heat to high and boil until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Combine chicken mixture, pasta and parsley in serving bowl.
  • Pass the Parmesan.

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA



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A rich, creamy sauce tops this satisfying chicken and pasta dish. "You can adjust the 'heat' level by increasing or decreasing the amount of Cajun spice you use," advises LaDonna Reed of Ponca City, Oklahoma.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ounces uncooked fettuccine
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each), cut into 1-inch pieces
1 to 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 medium green pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with Cajun seasoning. In a large skillet, cook chicken in 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat until no longer pink. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm. Add remaining oil to the drippings; saute the mushrooms, onions, green pepper and garlic until crisp-tender., Combine cornstarch and cream until smooth; stir into vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Add salt if desired and pepper. Return chicken to the pan. Drain fettuccine and add to pan; toss gently. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 45g protein.

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN AND SPINACH PASTA



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Spicy, rich and creamy all wrapped into one amazing pasta dish. One of those dishes that fills you up, satisfies your hunger but is hard to stop eating. Finally have the ingredients adjusted just right, takes a little time to prepare but oh so worth the effort. ENJOY

Provided by Patricia Jutting

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 29

blackened seasoning---mix together the following and store in a empty spice container
2 tsp salt
2 tsp oregano
2 tsp thyme
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp white pepper
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cayenne pepper
CREAMY CAJUN SPINACH INGREDIENTS
4-5 boneless skinless chicken breasts
8 oz angel hair or linguine, cooke al dente
2 Tbsp butter
1 bunch green onions sliced thin
1/2 c chopped red pepper
3 c thinly sliced fresh spinach leaves
1/3 c sundried tomatoes, chopped
1 c milk, 2%
1 can(s) cream of chicken soup
2 c whipping cream
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp blackened seasoning from above
2 tsp adobe sauce from canned chipotle pepper, i always have these in the refrigerator for different recipes just store in a plastic container after opening lasts like salsa
1/2 c parmesan cheese
oil for frying chicken

Steps:

  • 1. heat oil in pan (I prefer cast iron) sprinkle all sides of chicken (I coat quite heavily), fry chicken in hot oil approimately 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through. remove from pan and allow to cool. when cool slice diagonally or into whatever size pieces you want. set aside
  • 2. in a large pan over medium heat, melt butter, saute green onions (I save about a 1/4 cup out for garnish), red pepper, spinach, and sundried tomatoes until just turning tender.
  • 3. reduce heat add milk, cream,chicken soup,salt, basil, black and white pepper, garlic powder, blackened seasoning, adobe sauce and chicken. heat through and stir in parmesan to cheese to thicken. (if this is not thick enough you can thicken with a small amount of cornstarch dissolved in small amount of water)
  • 4. pour over hot pasta and garnish with grated parmesan cheese and green onions. ENJOY

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA WITH BACON



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This is my version of this popular dish. I use heavy cream, evaporated milk and sour cream for some seriously creamy comfort... add a bit of crispy bacon and I'm in heaven. I've actually left this in the crockpot on warm for up to 5 hours and it works out fine. You just have to under cook the pasta a bit and double or even triple the sauce.

Provided by under12parsecs

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 -3 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1 -2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts or 6 chicken breast tenders
4 slices bacon
1/2 large sweet onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 (16 ounce) box rotini pasta, cooked al dente
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup sour cream
4 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (I used the kind packed in oil)
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4-1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Place chicken, olive oil and Cajun seasoning in a bowl and toss to coat. Roast at 425* for 8-10 minutes, or until just done. Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes, then shred or cube.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions. You want it to be al dente (or even a bit less than al dente if you will be putting it in the crock pot. You will also want to double or triple the sauce ingredients if you are using the crock pot).
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, fry bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels and drain, then crumble. Saute onions and garlic in butter and bacon drippings until onion is tender and browning, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Reduce heat and add heavy cream, evaporated milk, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, garlic salt, and black pepper and allow to simmer and thicken a bit.
  • Stir in hot pasta and allow to cook a couple of minutes without boiling to finish cooking pasta and allow it to absorb the flavors of the sauce. (At this point you could place the mixture in the crock pot on warm along with the shredded chicken).
  • Stir in sour cream, chicken, green onions and parmasean and heat through. Top each serving with crisp crumbled bacon and serve immediately. (If putting int the crock pot, stir in sour cream about 30 minutes before serving--remember to check periodically to see if the pasta is sucking up too much moisture. You may want to add extra cream, milk and sour cream and seasonings. Stir in parmesean and green onions right before serving and top with bacon.).

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA SOUP RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by á-26060

Number Of Ingredients 21

6 ounces mini Farfalle pasta (or Rigatoni)
Olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
2-3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (3 for more spicy)
3 tablespoons butter
8 oz. mushrooms, sliced
1 small red onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup flour
1 32 oz. carton Swanson® Louisiana Cajun Flavor Infused Broth
1 14.5 oz. can Swanson® Chicken Broth
1 1/2 cups heavy cream mixed with 2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup frozen petite peas, thawed
1 10 oz. can tomatoes with green chilies, drained
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lime juice plus more for garnish
1/4 cup fresh basil cut into thin strips
chopped bacon for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon olive oil and Cajun Spices. Add chicken and coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes (time permitting) as you prep the other ingredients. After 30 minutes, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook, undisturbed for 2-4 minutes, or until nicely browned on one side. Turn chicken over, add ½ cup Cajun Broth, cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook for approximately 6-8 more minutes (depending on thickness of chicken), or until chicken is cooked through. Remove to a cutting board and let rest 5-10 minutes before dicing into bite size pieces. Meanwhile, cook pasta al dente in generously salted water. Rinse and set aside. Melt butter in large stockpot over medium heat. Add mushrooms and onions and cook until onions are tender, about 5 minutes. Add bell peppers and garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Sprinkle in flour and cook, stirring constantly for 3 minutes. Gradually stir in remaining Cajun Broth and heavy cream. Bring soup to boil, then reduce to a simmer, stirring frequently until thickened to desired consistency, approximately 3-5 minutes. Return chopped chicken to the pot along with peas, tomatoes, and cooked pasta. Simmer until heated through then stir in Parmesan until melted followed by lime juice and basil.* Taste and add additional salt, pepper cayenne/hot sauce to taste. Garnish individual bowls with fresh lime juice and bacon (optional). *For a less "chunky" soup, simply add more chicken broth and/or heavy cream.

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by TrayH

Number Of Ingredients 13

3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 pint heavy whipping cream
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 pkg sliced mushrooms
1 sm jar sun-dried tomatoes, thinly cut
1 box pasta of your choice, cooked
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
4 Tbsp. cajun seasoning
1 Tbsp. dried basil
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1 tsp. garlic powder
Grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • * Cut chicken into thin strips and toss with 2 Tbsp of the cajun seasoning until well coated. * In large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken in butter until tender. * Reduce heat. Add green onion, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, remaining spices and whipping cream. Gently mix and allow to heat through. * Pour over hot pasta and toss. * Sprinkle with parmesan cheese to taste. * Enjoy!!

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA



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Categories     Chicken

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
4 ounces linguine, cooked al dente
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons butter
1 thinly sliced green onion
1-2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl and toss to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chicken in butter or margarine until chicken is tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce heat add green onion, heavy cream, tomatoes, basil, salt, garlic powder, black pepper and heat through. Pour over hot linguine and toss with Parmesan cheese.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will give your pasta dish the best flavor. If you can, try to buy organic ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is a delicate meat, so it's important to cook it just until it's cooked through. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Use a good quality pasta: The type of pasta you use will make a big difference in the final dish. Choose a pasta that is made with high-quality ingredients and that has a good texture.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When you're cooking the chicken and vegetables, make sure you don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the food from cooking evenly.
  • Season to taste: Once the dish is finished, taste it and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or other spices to taste.

Conclusion:

Creamy Cajun chicken pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful vegetables, this pasta dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give creamy Cajun chicken pasta a try.

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