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one pot creamy cajun chicken pasta in a pan on a kitchen towel

One Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta [Dairy Free]

4.24 from 276 votes
Packed with cajun flavor, this creamy (and dairy free!) pasta is made in one pot easy to make. It's on the lighter side, but will fill you up and give your weeknight a spicy kick that's full of protein.
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Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 8 medium bowls
Author: Molly Thompson

INGREDIENTS

Cajun Seasoning

  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • OR 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning

Chicken Pasta

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 14 ounces pre-cooked smoked sausage sliced
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 12 ounces penne pasta gluten-free if needed
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can fire roasted tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken broth or bone broth
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened full-fat coconut cream or heavy cream if not dairy-free
  • Chopped parsley or green onion for topping

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Combine the cajun seasoning ingredients in a medium bowl.
    2 teaspoons smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Cut the chicken into 1/2 inch cubes and add to the medium bowl with the cajun seasoning. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
    1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat, until hot and rippling. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side to brown the sides. The chicken doesn’t need to be cooked all the way through yet.
  • Add the yellow onion and smoked sausage to the pan with the chicken and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
    1 medium yellow onion, 14 ounces pre-cooked smoked sausage
  • Add the penne pasta, fire roasted tomatoes with the juice, and the broth. Stir until everything is combined then close the lid of the pan and allow it to come to a boil over medium-high heat.
    12 ounces penne pasta, 1 (14.5 ounce) can fire roasted tomatoes, 2 cups chicken broth
  • Once boiling, turn the heat down to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes. When it’s done the mixture should be thick and saucy and the pasta should be tender.
  • Add the cream to the pan and mix until melted and combined. Serve with fresh parsley.
    1/2 cup unsweetened full-fat coconut cream

Notes

My pot is a 4qt pot
You can omit the sausage if you don’t want to use it. This will decrease the calories by 200 calories per serving

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 549kcal | Carbohydrates: 47.9g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 20.6g | Cholesterol: 84.5mg | Sodium: 917mg | Fiber: 3.2g | Sugar: 4.4g
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