Cajun Chicken Pasta
One of the easiest ways to lighten up a pasta dish is to add tons of protein and vegetables, which keeps the portions large and the carbs low. This healthy Cajun Chicken Pasta is the perfect example. It is very satisfying with 26 grams of protein and six grams of fiber, and it comes together quickly once all your vegetables are chopped. Be generous with your Cajun spices – it should have plenty of kick, so don’t be shy! For more Cajun dinner ideas, don’t miss my Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp, Cajun-Spiced Fish with Tomatoes, and Cajun Fried Rice.
Cajun Chicken Pasta Ingredients
Pasta: You’ll need a half pound of linguine, penne pasta or pasta shape of choice. Chicken: Slice a pound of boneless skinless chicken breasts into strips. Seasoning: Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to season chicken and veggies Vegetables: Red and yellow bell peppers, mushrooms, red onion, tomatoes, scallions Garlic: Mince three cloves. Broth: Use low-sodium chicken broth for the sauce. Cream: No need for heavy cream, the skim milk, flour, and cream cheese thicken the sauce and make the Cajun pasta creamy.
How to Make Cajun Chicken Pasta
What to Serve with Cajun Chicken Pasta
This creamy Cajun chicken pasta is a complete meal in one with carbs, vegetables, and protein. If you want a side dish to go with it, try this easy green salad.
Cajun Pasta Storage
Refrigerate this Cajun chicken pasta in an airtight container for up to four days and reheat in the microwave. I typically don’t freeze dishes with dairy, but if you have leftovers you won’t eat before they go bad, you can try freezing them for up to three months.
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