Description
Cajun Cream Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken, creamy cheeses, and zesty Cajun spices. This one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering rich flavors and comforting satisfaction in every bite. In just 45 minutes, you can create a hearty casserole that’s sure to impress everyone at the table. With its creamy sauce and delightful spice blend, this recipe stands out as a go-to comfort food classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add cubed chicken seasoned with Cajun spice; cook until browned (about 5–7 minutes). Remove chicken from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic for about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted; add heavy cream and chicken broth to create a smooth sauce.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooked chicken and drained pasta into the sauce mixture; stir well.
- Transfer everything into a greased baking dish (9×13 inches) and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (230g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg