Servings: 4 People
Calories: 642kcal
Ingredients
Cajun Spice Mix
- 1 tsp (2.5g) - Onion Powder
- 1 tsp (2.5g) - Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp (1g) - Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp (1g) - Dried Thyme
- 2 1/2 Tbsp (7.5g) - Smoked Paprika
- 1/2 tsp (1g) - Red Chilli Powder
- Salt & Pepper
Chicken & Pasta
- 1 1/2 Tbsp (30ml) - Olive Oil
- 600g (1.32lbs) - Chicken Thigh, Boneless & Skinless, Diced
- 1 - Brown (Yellow) Onion, Diced
- 5 - Garlic Cloves, Minced
- 650ml (2 2/3 Cup) - Chicken Stock
- 1 Can (400g-14oz) - Canned Tomatoes
- 180ml (3/4 Cups) - Thickened Cream
- 400g (14oz) - Penne or Pasta of Choice
- 5g (0.2oz) - Flat Leaf Parsley
- Seasoning To Taste
- Parmesan Cheese To Taste
Instructions
- Place the diced chicken thigh into a bowl. Add in the cajun spice and mix to combine.
- Place a large high-rimmed pan or pot over medium-high heat. Add in olive oil and chicken and sear for 5 minutes, mixing regularly. Add the onion and garlic and saute for 3 minutes, mixing regularly. Season to taste.
- Add the chicken stock, canned tomatoes and cream. Mix well, check seasoning levels and bring to a boil. Add the uncooked penne or pasta of choice, stir to combine, and whilst heavily simmering, cook for 12 minutes or until the pasta is al dente.
- Grate in the parmesan cheese (optional) and flat-leaf parsley. Mix to combine and remove from the stovetop.
- Serve in bowls and garnish with more parmesan cheese, flat-leaf parsley and cracked black pepper. Dig in.
Nutrition Guide
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Amount per Serving
Calories
642
% Daily Value*
Fat
32
g
49
%
Saturated Fat
14
g
88
%
Trans Fat
0.03
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
12
g
Cholesterol
193
mg
64
%
Sodium
336
mg
15
%
Potassium
1016
mg
29
%
Carbohydrates
48
g
16
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
8
g
9
%
Protein
42
g
84
%
Vitamin A
2030
IU
41
%
Vitamin C
15
mg
18
%
Calcium
122
mg
12
%
Iron
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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