Ingredients
– Cajun Seasoning: Combine smoked paprika, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to taste
– Olive oil: Amount sufficient for cooking
– Butter: Amount sufficient for cooking (vegetable or canola oil can be used instead)
– Chicken (boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs), cut into 1/2 to 3/4-inch cubes
– 1 Yellow onion, diced
– Penne pasta
– 15 oz (approximately 425 g) fire roasted diced tomatoes
– 2 cups (approximately 480 ml) chicken broth or chicken bouillon dissolved in water
– 2 oz (about 56 grams) cream cheese
– 3 green onions, sliced
Instructions
1-Heat olive oil and butter in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat until hot and foamy. Add the seasoned chicken and brown it on the outside without fully cooking through.
2-Add the diced yellow onion and sauté until it softens, which adds a sweet base to the dish.
3-Stir in the penne pasta, fire roasted diced tomatoes with their juices, and chicken broth; mix everything well, cover the skillet, and bring it to a boil.
4-Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring often until the pasta is tender and the liquid thickens into a creamy sauce.
5-Add the cream cheese in chunks and stir until it melts smoothly into the sauce, creating that rich texture everyone loves.
6-Finally, top with sliced green onions and serve right away for the freshest taste.
Last Step:
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🌶️ Adjust the cayenne pepper amount to control the spice level – start with 1/4 teaspoon for mild heat or increase to 1 teaspoon for extra kick
🍝 Stir frequently while the pasta cooks to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking – the starch released helps thicken the sauce naturally
🧊 For creamier results, let the cream cheese soften at room temperature before adding, or use a whisk to help it melt smoothly into the sauce
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American Cajun
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 483
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 847mg
- Fat: 14.6g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 51.5g
- Fiber: 3.5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg