Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

14 Aug, 2026

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Creamy, smoky and wonderfully comforting, this Cajun chicken pasta brings golden chicken, peppers and a silky sauce together in just one pan.

⏱️ Prep, Cook & Serve

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Serves: 4

🧂 Ingredients

300g penne pasta
500g chicken breast, sliced
2 tbsp Cajun Spice
1 tbsp olive oil
1 red pepper, sliced
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
200ml chicken stock
150ml double cream
40g grated Parmesan
Fresh parsley, to serve

🔪 Method

Cook the pasta in salted water until just tender, reserving a mugful of cooking water before draining.
Toss the chicken with 1½ tbsp Cajun Spice. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
Add the pepper to the same pan and cook for 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and remaining Cajun Spice for 30 seconds.
Pour in the stock and cream, simmer gently for 3–4 minutes, then stir in the Parmesan.
Return the chicken and pasta to the pan. Toss until glossy, adding a splash of pasta water if needed, then finish with parsley.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Add spinach or peas for extra vegetables.
Serve with garlic bread and a simple salad.
Finish with a squeeze of lemon to brighten the creamy sauce.

💛 Why It Works

The creamy sauce rounds out the blend’s warmth without losing its smoky character, making this a rich but balanced crowd-pleaser.

✨ Cook’s Tip

Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer after adding the cream; vigorous boiling can make it split.

🛒 Get the Blend

Make this recipe with our Cajun Spice | Smoky Louisiana-Style Seasoning.

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