Creamy Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Chicken
01 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 tablespoons Cajun spice, divided
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300g (2⁄3 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
→ For the Sauce
04 -
3 cloves garlic, minced
05 -
1 brown onion, diced
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400g (14 oz) tin chopped tomatoes
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150-200ml (3⁄4 cups) single cream
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Juice of 1 lemon
→ Additional Ingredients
09 -
300g (2⁄3 lb) penne pasta
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1⁄2 bunch fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
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25g (1⁄4 cup) grated parmesan cheese
# Let's Cook!:
01 -
Cut chicken into 2.5cm cubes and mix with 2 tablespoons of Cajun spice
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Heat oil in a large skillet, cook the seasoned chicken until golden and done. Set aside
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In the same pan, cook garlic and onion until soft and fragrant
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Add tomatoes and remaining Cajun spice. Simmer for 5 minutes, then stir in cream and lemon juice
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Return chicken to pan. Add cooked pasta and stir well to coat with sauce
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Mix in fresh coriander and serve topped with parmesan cheese
# Recipe Notes:
01 -
Use cream cheese instead of cream for a richer sauce
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Fresh pasta only needs 4 minutes cooking in the sauce