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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
A satisfying family-friendly meal, Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta will be ready in less than 30 minutes. With the perfect blend of spices, this deliciously creamy pasta will keep you coming back for more!
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30 min
TOTAL TIME
643
CALORIES
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Ingredients
16 INGREDIENTS
4 SERVINGS
1 lb skinless chicken breasts
Directions
12 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Cut the chicken into bite-sized cubes and place them in a bowl.
2
Add the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper to the chicken, mixing well to coat.
3
Heat a large non-stick lidded pan over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray.
4
Add the chicken and cook until it is lightly browned on all sides.
5
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan, sautéing for a couple of minutes.
6
Stir in the cubed butternut squash and chopped tomatoes.
7
Pour in the chicken stock, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
8
Add the penne pasta, partially cover the pan, and bring it to a boil. Set a timer for 12 minutes and cook the pasta, stirring occasionally.
9
Once the pasta is cooked and the liquid has reduced slightly, ensure that the butternut squash is also cooked through.
10
Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring well.
11
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, and parsley, stirring to combine.
12
Taste the pasta, and season with salt and freshly ground pepper as needed. Serve with extra grated Parmesan cheese on top.
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Health Info
Macros
64g
CARBS
26g
FAT
40g
PROTEIN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
Nutrition Facts
PER SERVING
4 SERVINGS
581G EACH
Calories
644 kcal
32%
Carbohydrates
65 g
23%
Fat
26 g
34%
Protein
40 g
81%
Minerals
Vitamins
*Current daily values are based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition values are calculated using the USDA nutrient database and may be inaccurate.
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