Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta – Easy Spicy Comfort Food Dinner

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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a bold, comforting pasta dish made with juicy Cajun-spiced chicken tossed in a rich, velvety cream sauce with Parmesan. Restaurant-quality flavor, easy enough for weeknights.
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 25 minutesTotal Time: 40 minutesServings: 4–6Course: Main DishCuisine: Cajun / AmericanMethod: Stovetop

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz pasta fettuccine, penne, or linguine
  • 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon paprika optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Reserved pasta water as needed
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in well-salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Toss chicken with Cajun seasoning.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 20–30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits.
  6. Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat.
  8. Add pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  9. Taste, adjust seasoning, garnish, and serve hot.

Final Thoughts

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is one of those recipes that delivers comfort and excitement in the same bowl. It’s rich and creamy, yet bold and flavorful, with just enough spice to keep things interesting. Every bite feels intentional—from the seasoned chicken to the silky sauce that wraps around the pasta.

What makes this dish truly special is how adaptable it is. You can make it mild or spicy, simple or loaded with extras, and it still delivers consistently great results. It fits seamlessly into busy weeknights, cozy family dinners, and even casual entertaining.

This is the kind of recipe that feels like a treat without being complicated. Once you make it, it quickly becomes one of those go-to meals you rely on when you want something comforting, flavorful, and guaranteed to satisfy. Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta isn’t just dinner—it’s the kind of dish that keeps everyone coming back for one more forkful.