Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe

Name: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces); 2–3 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste); Salt & pepper, to taste; 12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or rotini work great); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1/2 red onion, sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional, halved); 2 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half; 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for extra richness); 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (divided); 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (more to taste); 1/4 cup grated Parmesan; Chopped parsley or green onions, for garnish

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

There’s something magical about a baked pasta dish—steamy, bubbling cheese, savory sauce clinging to every curve of the noodles, and that golden, slightly crispy topping that breaks into creamy perfection with each bite. It’s the ultimate comfort food, familiar yet endlessly adaptable. But when you throw bold Cajun spices, juicy seared chicken, and a silky, creamy sauce into the mix, you elevate that comfort into something unforgettable. Welcome to your new favorite indulgence: Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake.

Updated at: Sun, 19 Oct 2025 00:13:18 GMT