Description
Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake is a flavorful and hearty dish that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a spicy sauce, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and Cajun seasoning; cook until chicken is browned.
- Add the bell peppers, onion, and garlic; sauté until soft.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and heavy cream; mix well.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and combine everything.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your taste.
- You can substitute chicken with shrimp or sausage if preferred.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake, pasta bake, chicken pasta, Cajun cuisine