Cashew Cream Cajun Chicken Pasta - Dairy Free!

Name: Cashew Cream Cajun Chicken Pasta - Dairy Free!
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American, Cajun And Creole
Ingredients: 3/4 cup raw cashews; 12 ounces gluten free pasta; 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite sized pieces; 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced; 1/2 a large red pepper, thinly sliced; 1/2 a large yellow or orange pepper, thinly sliced; 3 cloves of garlic, chopped; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; ¼ teaspoon dried thyme; Pinch or two of cayenne (optional); OR; 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning instead of onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, and thyme; 1 1/2 cups broth, chicken or vegetable broth both work well; 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste; Parsley, to garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:25min

Dairy free and gluten free, this creamy cajun chicken pasta is a lightened up version of a comfort food classic! A cozy recipe that's perfect for any night of the week that's wholesome and full of zesty Cajun flavor. Gluten free, dairy free, vegan option.

Updated at: Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:35:04 GMT