Five Ingredient Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Taha Ayad

Five Ingredient Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

This five ingredient creamy Cajun chicken pasta is a quick, comforting meal that combines tender chicken, Cajun spice, and a rich creamy sauce—all made in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients.

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Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
8 ounces penne or fettuccine pasta
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning plus extra for garnish
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Method

1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss with Cajun seasoning until coated.
2. Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
3. Sear the seasoned chicken in a skillet with a drizzle of oil until golden and cooked through.
4. Pour heavy cream into the same pan and simmer 3–4 minutes, scraping up browned bits.
5. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
6. Add cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
7. Adjust sauce consistency with a splash of pasta water if needed.
8. Serve hot, garnished with extra Cajun seasoning or parsley.

Notes

For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt. Add extra Parmesan to thicken or more cream to loosen the sauce. The dish pairs perfectly with garlic bread or a crisp salad.