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Easy One Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta

Tender chicken and colorful bell peppers in a creamy, spicy cajun sauce with pasta, all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 12 oz fusilli or rotini pasta
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced into strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced into strips
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp cajun seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add seasoned chicken to the hot oil and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  5. Add bell pepper strips and remaining cajun seasoning to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until peppers are tender-crisp.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the uncooked pasta and stir well.
  7. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
  8. Stir in heavy cream and return the cooked chicken to the pan. Mix well to combine.
  9. Add butter and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra heat, add cayenne pepper to taste. This dish stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a splash of cream or broth to restore creaminess.