ONE-POT CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA

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You can have this creamy and comforting pasta with chicken on the table in just 30 minutes and best of all, it all cooks in one pot -- you won't even need to boil water first! It's packed with tender chicken thighs, bell peppers, and onions, and finished off with a creamy tomato sauce.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 4), cut into 1-inch pieces
2 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 medium green bell peppers, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
12 ounces smooth penne (see Cook's Note)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
6 ounces cream cheese, cubed, at room temperature
Kosher salt
4 scallions, sliced, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in large wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and Cajun seasoning and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken just starts to change color and the spices are toasted, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the peppers and onions and cook until they just begin to release some of their juices, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until softened, 1 minute.
  • Add the pasta, chicken broth and tomatoes and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. When it boils, continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce is thickened and reduced by about half, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and add the cream cheese and 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt. Stir until the cream cheese is combined and melted. Don't worry if the sauce looks runny, it will thicken as it sits. Top with sliced scallions.

Crusty Dusty Dinosaur
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I'm sorry, but this recipe is just not good.


Carlos Maldonado
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but this dish was a complete failure.


Mahesh Limbu
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This dish was so bad, I threw it in the trash after one bite.


Larhonda Nutt
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone. It was a complete disaster.


Yashodha Bista
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This was the worst Cajun chicken pasta I've ever had. The chicken was tough, the sauce was watery, and the pasta was mushy.


Extinction Hero
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I'm sorry, but this recipe was just awful. The chicken was dry, the sauce was bland, and the pasta was overcooked.


Justice Larbi
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This dish was a waste of time and ingredients. It was flavorless and the chicken was overcooked.


Elisha Mingo
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I wouldn't recommend this recipe. The chicken was tough and the sauce was watery.


khurshed chandio
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I thought this dish was just okay. The chicken was a little dry and the sauce was bland.


Douglas Wanyonyi
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This dish was a little too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best Cajun chicken pasta he's ever had.


Purity Tarus
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I'm not a huge fan of Cajun food, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful.


Yoan Ahmed
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great meal for a weeknight dinner.


Basi Motseki
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I love the creamy sauce in this dish. It's so flavorful and pairs perfectly with the chicken and pasta.


Md Ariful Hossen
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This is my go-to recipe for Cajun chicken pasta. It's easy to make and always turns out great.


Kashi Ali
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are bold and delicious.


Abishek Shah
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This recipe was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight. It was quick and easy to make, and my family loved it.


Haven Green
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I wasn't sure how this dish would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pasta was al dente. The sauce was also very tasty.


Mustakeem Azmi
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This dish was amazing! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I especially loved the addition of the bell peppers and onions.


Adenuga Florence
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I loved the simplicity of this recipe. It was easy to follow and I didn't have to use a lot of ingredients. The end result was a delicious and satisfying meal.


hana ismael
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This Cajun chicken pasta was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The sauce was creamy and delicious, with just the right amount of spice. I will definitely be making this dish again.