This dish is a delightful fusion of creamy textures, using our Louisiana Red Cajun Seasoning, and mouthwatering flavours that are sure to tantalise your taste buds. Whether you're a fan of Southern comfort food or Italian cuisine, this dish offers the best of both worlds, making it a perfect choice for a family meal that will satisfy everyone's cravings.
SERVES: 2
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
COOKING TIME: 25 minutes
Cajun Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipe
You will need...
Ingredients
2 tablespoons Great Northern Spice Louisiana Red Cajun seasoning
2 boneless and skinless chicken breast, diced
100g pancetta
200g of your choice of pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
200ml chicken stock (we use Knorr stock pots)
150ml double cream
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 red pepper, diced small
2 handfuls of sliced mushrooms
2 handfuls of spinach, destalked
60g parmesan, plus extra to serve
10g chopped parsley (optional)
Healthy option...
Swap white pasta for wholemeal or red lentil pasta
How to cook
Heat the oil in a large pan on a medium-high heat.
Add the diced chicken to a bowl with 1 tablespoon of rapeseed oil. Sprinkle over a tablespoon of our Cajun Seasoning and mix together.
Pan-fry the chicken and pancetta until cooked throughout - about 15 minutes.
Add an extra tablespoon of our Cajun Seasoning, along with the tomato purée and stir in. Add the diced red pepper, mushrooms and spinach, cook until veg is soft and the spinach is wilted.
Pour in the chicken stock and double cream, reduce to a low heat and simmer until it thickens - about 10 mins.
In a pan of boiling water, add 1 teaspoon salt and start cooking your pasta according to the packet instructions until al dente - about 10 mins. For softer pasta, cook for an extra 2-3 minutes.
Add the grated parmesan and parsley in with the chicken - stir well.
Drain the pasta, then add to the pan of sauce. Stir to coat the pasta evenly.
Serve in a bowl, grate over a little bit more parmesan and enjoy.
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