Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Name: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon avocado oil; 1 lb chicken breast (butterflied and pounded to even thickness); 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning; Salt and pepper; 1/2 pound penne pasta; 1/2 cup pasta water; 4 cloves garlic (minced); 1/2 yellow onion (diced); 1 green bell pepper (diced); 1/2 cup tomato paste; 1 cup cream; 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley; 2 stalks green onions (chopped)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:25min

This creamy Cajun chicken pasta recipe is freaking delicious. The cajun-spiced chicken, creamy cajun tomato sauce, and parmesan cheese blend perfectly with the smoked paprika and lime juice for a zesty kick. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's the perfect recipe to satisfy your hunger.

Updated at: Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:01:29 GMT