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Cajun chicken pasta

Cajun Chicken Pasta

Spice up your dinner with this irresistible cajun chicken pasta recipe!
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Course Main Course
Servings 8 Servings

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs or chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp sofrito check out my recipe
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional for extra heat
  • Sprinkle of oregano
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil

For the Pasta:

  • 1 box 16 oz pasta of choice
  • ½ tbsp sofrito
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp fresh parsley plus more for garnish
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 ½ tsp Cajun spice adjust to taste
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ tsp paprika
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional for extra heat
  • 1 tbsp butter for added richness
  • ½ cup chicken broth to thin the sauce, if needed

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with sofrito, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and a sprinkle of oregano.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with avocado oil. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, heat a small amount of oil. Add sofrito and sauté for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the tomato sauce, heavy cream, and butter, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth. If needed, add chicken broth to reach your desired sauce consistency.
  • Mix in black pepper, oregano, parsley, Cajun spice, paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.
  • Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet, followed by the drained pasta. Toss everything together until fully coated in the creamy Cajun sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious, flavor-packed Cajun Chicken Pasta!
Keyword cajun, chicken, dinner, pasta
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