Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

This Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta features al dente rigatoni tossed in a smooth Cajun-spiced cream sauce. I pan-seared the chicken pieces to perfection, then mixed with fresh red bell peppers and aromatic spices. The sauce is rich and savory, with just the right amount of heat from Cajun seasoning. I finished it with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese, comforting flavor in every bite.

Why my family loves this Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta?

Because this recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your dinner table with minimal effort. The Cajun spice blend adds just the right kick, while the creamy sauce keeps everything rich and comforting. It’s a perfect balance of heat and creaminess, packed with protein, veggies, and satisfying pasta. This pasta dish delivers every time.

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a flavorful one-pot meal with bold Cajun spices, juicy chicken, and creamy sauce over rigatoni. It’s an easy, dinner that delivers an Italian flair with every forkful.

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Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

  

• 1.5 to 2 pounds Chicken
• 7 oz Rigatoni pasta
• 1 ½ to 2 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
• 4 to 5 Garlic Cloves minced
• ½ Onion chopped
• ½ Red Bell Pepper chopped
• 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
• ½ cup Tomato Sauce
• ½ cup Pasta Water
• ¼ cup to ½ cup Parmesan Cheese
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil

Instructions

 

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rigatoni (or your preferred pasta) and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
• Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
• Add chicken to the pan and season with cajun seasoning and black pepper and cook for 4–6 minutes, or until golden and fully cooked. Remove from pan and set aside.
• In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter. Sauté diced red bell peppers, garlic and onions for 3–4 minutes until softened.
• Reduce heat to medium-low. Add tomato sauce, 1 cup of heavy cream, pasta water and stir in 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes.
• Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken
• Stir in shredded Parmesan until melted and creamy.
• Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra shredded cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

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Recipe Tips

For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan for extra meltability and flavor.  Also, reserve a bit of the pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.

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