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Chili's Cajun chicken pasta

Chili's Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

Chili's Cajun chicken pasta is a delicious combination of tender chicken and pasta. It's filled with the flavors of Cajun spice. This Cajun flavored pasta is served with grated parmesan cheese on top to add more delight to this mouth-watering side dish.
4.64 from 11 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 255 kcal

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Plastic Bag
  • Kitchen Tongs
  • Pot
  • Sieve

Ingredients
  

  • Penne Pasta
  • 2 Chicken Breasts (thin-cut, boneless, skinless)
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
  • 3 tablespoon Butter (divided)
  • 1 cup Half-and-half
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • Kosher Salt
  • Freshly ground Black Pepper
  • 5 tablespoons Parmesan (grated)
  • 1 Tomato (diced)
  • 1 teaspoons Flat-leaf Parsley (sliced)

Instructions
 

  • Rub the Cajun spice all over the chicken skin. Make sure the chicken skin is dry before seasoning it's skin and thoroughly coat it with Cajun spice. Cook penne pasta according to the package directions. Drain it and set it aside to cool for a few minutes.
  • Add a tablespoon of butter to a large saute pan over medium heat. Add chicken to the pan when it's hot and cook for about 5 to 6 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan when it’s brown and crispy.
  • Melt the remaining two tablespoons of butter to the same saute pan and add salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir in one-third cup of parmesan and heavy cream. Let the mixture bubble and toss in the pasta. Stir the cream to combine with cheese and spices and transfer it into a bowl.
  • Now, add pasta to a serving plate along with diced tomatoes. Place sliced chicken on top and finish with grated parmesan cheese.

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Nutrition

Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 268mg | Potassium: 413mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g
Keyword Air fryer chicken tenders, Alfredo Pasta, American cuisine, Cajun spice, Chili's Cajun chicken pasta
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