Asking due to a family member with kidney disease on low sodium diet. I double the ingredients except for the pasta. I think it had onions and peppers in it also. Lol, A perfect meal for a hurried weeknight! WOW!!! Creamy alfredo sauce is a main ingredient in cajun chicken pasta. First of all, combine all the ingredients for the Cajun seasoning in a small bowl. I plan on making this tonight. Gradually whisk in heavy cream and lemon zest. Nice job Chungah. . Thank you!!! Wonderful recipe! Thanks so much! Also, I only used creole seasoning to season everything. Hi Riley! Thank you so much for sharing that with me, LeeAnn! Perfect texture to my liking. Thank you for the feedback. My youngest is super picky with what he eats but he loves this dish! Thank you! Directions Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. This dish is so delicious! Garnish with shredded parmesan cheese and parsley. May 7, 2016 - Cajun Chicken Pasta - Chili's copycat recipe made at home with an amazingly creamy melt-in-your-mouth alfredo sauce. Thank you!! Easy to make and taste almost identical to Chilis! Most people will never notice the switch if the rest of the dish is great! I find substituting a low or even Fat Free sour cream or pain yogurt does the trick. It was asolutely delicious! Do you recommend any type of Cajun Seasoning? Keeper recipe! Add pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. I just sprinkled my chicken bc my son doesnt like it spicy haha. Im so happy you enjoyed that. Heat through. I hope that helps! Thank you and have a great day. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. I have a Deiss zesting tool and this recipe gave me a chance to use it! All your recipes Ive tried are so good. You can see the images with the steps above in the blog notes. This dish never fails and is a family favourite. That was not my intent and Im sorry if that is how it was portrayed. I waited to cut the chicken until the end, and served on top of the pasta. As always, please use your best judgment regarding substitutions and modifications. It was such an easy recipe and my entire family loved it! Add half the chicken in a single layer; do not stir. Keep posting such a good posts so that i can also cook and serve good food in my family. I used a can of Rotel for diced tomatoes and the kids loved it . Hi Kristy! Drain. xoxo Kateihttp://whatskatieupto.com. Thanks for sharing that with us, good to know that you were able to make this work using the ingredients that you have on hand. Will definitely make again. Even my kids liked it and that is saying something! Add in the tinned tomatoes and the cream and stir in the remaining tablespoon of Cajun spice. Took 15 min. Made this tonight and it was amazing!!! Everything turns out PERFECT!!!! I added the tomatoes, then cheese. The only thing we did different was green onion instead of parsley, This recipe is awesome. Youre very welcome, Tyna! Stir in the cream and half & half. What Ingredients Do I Need For Cajun Chicken Pasta For this recipe, you will need: Penne Olive oil Chicken breast Cajun seasoning Salt & pepper Smoked sausage ( andouille or chorizo would be great) Garlic Fresh parsley Half & half ( half milk, half cream- 10% MF) Parmesan cheese You can honestly use any shape of pasta you want for this recipe! When I buy free ranch, organic chicken breasts, the cooking time is about 7 minutes per side. Soooo good. Place the cubed chicken in a bowl, pour the Cajun seasoning over top, and stir to coat the chicken in spices. This recipe is the perfect sauce for pasta ! Made this today but used a can of rotel instead of plain diced tomatoes. My husband and I really liked it, Ill probably just use old bay again next time I make it and maybe add some cayenne or something since it didnt have any heat. Then add the green onions, bell peppers, salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. I opted to bake the chicken and added asparagus to the pot along with the pasta for an added veggie and it was delicious. Thanks. hi there! This recipe is delicious. Thank you for sharing your experience. I butterflied my chicken breasts and it was amazing!! Also added a few bottled roasted red peppers that I had. Sear in olive oil. Cook about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure pasta cooks evenly. Thats wonderful, Angela! Explore. Made tonight for dinner and it was awesome! So much flavor while being so easy to make! I love this! Very good! Allow to simmer gently for a few minutes until the sauce coats the back of a spoon. Thank you for sharing that with us, Becky! . So glad this one made it to your weekly rotation. Thank you! I love your recipes. Hi Lynda, we use this Cajun spice blend HERE. I ate it. You will love all the flavors from the dish and it comes together in under 30 minutes so its perfect for busy weeknights. Absolutely highly recommend!!! So happy to hear that, Sara! I am big lover of chicken and all the stuffs made by chicken make me feel so hungry. Im so happy you enjoyed that. Thanks for the recipe! I also add Fried chicken on top of the pasta so yummy!!! Hi Christine, it will be less creamy and may struggle to thicken as a full-fat heavy whipping cream, but that should still work! Repeat until the chicken is cooked through and browned in spots, about 4 minutes total. 10/10 have already recommended. Lol but a serious question!! Hi we are having a girls night tomorrow and I am going to make this for us. 4. Hi Roy! Stir to coat the chicken with spices. I cant do much spice, so I will modify this with less cayenne and red pepper. Actually I ate so much and just about ate the whole thing myself. Add the milk and cream cheese, stirring well until cream cheese has melted and sauce is smooth, 2-3 minutes. You have helped me get it just right and now Im addicted! from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170; keep warm. Done. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until chicken is nearly cooked through. And heats up well too for leftovers- if you dont eat it all in one sitting that is!!! Add diced tomatoes and continue cooking over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens noticeably (15-18 minutes). Add the olive oil. Cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through. Ok, I guess I also ignore the measure the parmesan and probably wind up with closer to a cup of parmesan. However, when I made it he instantly loved it. I was looking to use up all the squash and okra from the garden, so I added that with the butter and garlic, and it was fantastic. Pasta Preparation In a sauce pan bring pour 2 quarts of water, add the oil, salt, garlic and onion This was definitely a winner in our house! Sorry, I do not have an amount. In case anyone is wondering, this recipe tastes delicious with old bay seasoning. Keep them coming! In a gallon size Ziploc bag, addchicken, 1 tablespoon olive oil and cajun seasoning, shaking to coat thoroughly. OMG!!!!! A friend shared this recipe with me and I just finished making it for the 3rd time. This was soooo easy, quick and had minimal ingredients ! I have been meaning to make it myself but I have not gotten around to it just yet! Taylor. Melt the butter and add the garlic. Should canned, drained diced tomatoes be used in this recipe. Thanks for your review, we appreciate you sharing your experience making this recipe. I cant wait to try this but I am on a diet still! Pour in the chicken broth, and stir to fully combine. So Damn Delicious! This dish will definitely be added to my rotation I hope this helps! Thanks for sharing this recipe. Cook 3-4 minutes, just until shrimp are opaque and cooked through, flipping half way through. . Hi Lea, totally agree. Stir in pasta and gently toss to combine. I appreciate your comments. . I added a little more garlic to the sauce, but it turned out better than the Chilis Cajun Chicken Pasta. I would definitely double it. Im so happy that I came across your website and YouTube channel! Hi Amelia! Looks really delicious. We used shrimp tonight instead of chicken. Reduce the heat and stir in cream, basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. My whole family gobbled it up and it is going into the permanent dinner rotation. Perfect for family dinner. So glad it was a hit. We were in no way disappointed. My 12 year old daughter made this today & it was Awesome. To double the recipe do you just double the recipe? It's robust, country-style cookery, just like this dish. This pasta dish is easy and fast. Thank you!! I used full fat coconut milk in place of half n half. No hate. How to make CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA ! Ive tried several of your recipes and they are always delicious. Im so happy you enjoyed it, Suezann! Sprinkle the remaining Cajun seasoning over the top and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until the sausage has browned and the peppers have softened. Im so glad Karen caught this. Im adding this to the rotation as me and my husband say. That sounds delicious! A few minor changes: Toss around to coat. Thanks for the recipe! Wont work in drinks or baking, but works in most cooking, so long as you mix up the corn starch real good. ) to Fine this recipe. We made this the other night and everyone loved it. Im excited to add this to our long lineup of 30-minute meals. Cut the chicken breasts in 1 inch cubes. I love alfredo sauce and spice, so this combo is perfect! Chilis copycat recipe made at home with an amazingly creamy melt-in-your-mouth alfredo sauce. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes. Sounds so good! With dried cranberries, mandarin orange wedges, bleu cheese, pecan-crusted chicken breast, and a delicious sweet and sour balsamic vinaigrette, it's no wonder this salad is the top pick at one of America's first casual dining chains. Thanks so much, Stacie! it was so good. Served over zoodles for my daughter and myself and linguine for my husband, Just made This recipe. Tonight the husband requested something with chicken, garlic and cream and I knew this would check all the boxes. We appreciate it! Thank you for sharing your awesome review! If I leave out the lemon zest, will it still be yummy? Any good suggestions? Will give it a try today. Lightly grease the pan with oil or cooking spray. I made this for my bf and I one week and he says its the best pasta recipe weve had. . Thank you! Method STEP 1 Heat the olive oil in a large, shallow saucepan or deep frying pan over a medium heat, then add the chicken, season lightly and fry for 6-8 mins, stirring occasionally until just golden all over - no need to worry about it being cooked through at this stage. I think you could freeze it but I havent actually tested it myself. This recipe was absolutely delicious!!! Thats so great! Reduce heat to low and pour in the cream sauce, stir while it thickens, about 1 minute. I also increase the Parmesan cheese to 1/2 cup and 2 cups of heavy cream. Remove from the heat. Hi! Thats great. Thank you. Has anyone used rotel for the diced tomatoes? After the chicken was done, I added half a diced onion and 3 bell peppers, diced, with two extra tablespoons of butter. If I double this recipe is there anything that you would do differently ? No the Cajun wasnt changed if anything I had to use half a bottle of the Cajun seasoning on top of all the other spices listed just to give it some flavour. I always suggest making a recipe as written the first time around and then adjusting to your liking. Will be making this again. It was a great day for me when I made this wonderful cajun chicken pasta. This chicken pasta looks absolutely amazing and the fact that its prepared in under 30 minutes makes it even better! Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. But I wanted you to know that I love the section on your site where you list ingredients so that I can cook a Damn Delicious meal with on-hand ingredients! Hi Jamie, I used fresh diced tomatoes. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Hi! The first time I made it there wasnt quite enough spice/heat so added more of the Cajun spice that you use slap your mamma. Shake to coat. Drain but do not rinse. . Then heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet. Great to hear that you liked it. Will pre-grated work?Can another type of cheese be used instead? I have tried a lot of your recipes since coming across one by chance and let me say I dont think Ive come across a disappointing one yet!!! The tomatoes totally made this dish. It will be less rich, but no decernable difference in flavor. I do not have heavy cream, couldnt make it to the grocery store. Whisk in flour and then gradually stir in half and half or unsweetened almond milk mixture. Definitely will make again and would suggest to anyone. Remove mushrooms from the pan to make room for sauce. The lemon made the sauce. I added more spices (Badia Complete, Slap Ya Mama, liquid smoke, Pink Himalayan Salt), I used smoked sausage instead of chicken and added fresh serrano peppers to the top garnish. Meanwhile, boil the linguine pasta. Its really easy to cook and inexpensive to buy! Thank you for the recipe. This dish is awesome as a leftover too. Delicious! Ive linked it HERE. I used this alfredo recipe as a base. Pretty easy although my sauce didnt thicken up as much as I thought it might. Wipe out the pasta pot, then add 2 tablespoons olive oil and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering. While at the cabin this week, I mistakenly bought 2% milk instead of cream but added plain yoghurt and it thickened up and was still delicious! This was an absolute hit at our house. I used a combination of half & half and heavy cream because its what I had. Even had other people make it too from telling them about it!!! Get weekly updates on new recipes, exclusive giveaways plus behind the scenes photos. Only change I made was to put some nice carmelized onion slices in before adding the tomatoes garlic, etc. Thanks for all your amazing recipes. This recipe will be a staple now! My boyfriend went back for 2nds then a 3rd serving. I cant eat tomatoes. Fish Tacos Recipe with Best Fish Taco Sauce! So I sauted that with the veggies. The timing here is simply an estimation and obviously not set in stone. So glad you followed the recipe as recommended, thank you for the great review! Definitely adding this to our dinner rotation! . Thank you for sharing this recipe! The only addition is flour to thicken the cream sauce, 2-3 Tblsp. Thank you so much for sharing that with me. My family loved it. Thats wonderful, Jennifer! It was delicious and tasted just like Chilis. I have saved many of your other recipes and I cant wait to try them. Thanks for sharing, Tammy! I usually double sauce and I rarely have lemon on hand so omit it and it taste just fine! added some nice flavor. 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves. I followed the instructions the first 2 times and then the 3rd time I only did Cajun chicken but didnt add the Cajun to the sauce and threw in two handfuls of spinach and that was incredible as well ! I sear my chicken in butter instead of oil. I will be making this again, the flavors are so good. Remove from the pan and set aside with the chicken. You are going to love this recipe! It was great fresh, I had it for lunch but not so good reheated. We moved out to the country and take-out is a thing of the past. You may need more cajun seasoning to mask some of that taste. Subbing canned coconut milk and dairy free provolone for the cream and Parmesan cheese. Here is the cajun seasoning we use, McCormick brand, it is significantly less in sodium. Next time I will probably use half and half to make the sauce a little thinner but it was delicious! I made it with sundried tomatoes because I love them but I also topped it with the Roma tomatoes and that was super good because it was cold and juicy. Ive made this for 2 days in a row now. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent, this should take about 10 minutes. Youll want to use 2/3 cup diced tomatoes. Season each side and dredge it in flour. LOVE your recipes . Thanks again for a great recipe. Leave half of the seasoning for the pasta sauce. So glad to hear that, Kat! Thats so great! This recipe looks and sounds absolutely delicious. I was wondering if this could be prepped or prepared and frozen? This recipe is amazing! Delicious! Transfer to a cutting board, slice into thin strips, and cover to keep warm. We are going to be 8 adults and I am not sure how many servings I should go with. Thanks so much! I think that makes everything even better. Thats so great! yes there is you can use no butter an use no dairy creamer instead of the cream it tase just as good it works. My husband and I really want to try this! The flavor combination is just perfect, and you can make it right at home in 30 minutes or less. Hi! Thank you for your great recipes! You can purchase diced tomatoes in a can at the store or use fresh tomatoes if you prefer. Add the chicken, spread into an even layer, and leave untouched for 1 minute. Thank you so much for the huge compliment Kelly! Ive never really used heavy cream before so I want to be sure before buying it . Does it matter what kind ? Will be attempting a dairy free version tonight for supper. Cut the chicken into 1/2 to 3/4-inch cubes. We didnt have any leftovers! Ingredients 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning 8 ounces penne pasta 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream, or more, to taste teaspoon lemon zest cup freshly grated Parmesan Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste I have made this several times. My only complaint is that this recipe does not call for scallions, which I added myself, because Chilis includes them and they add some delicious flavor. Great, creamy dish though with lots of flavour. Doubled it and there were no leftovers! I also added bacon! Your email address will not be published. I am Valentina, the creator behind the food blog Valentinas Corner where I share our familys favorite recipes. As always, please use your best judgment regarding substitutions and modifications. I havent heard that feedback before which makes me think something was changed? Im glad your son wasnt harmed and so glad you were still able to enjoy what was left of the recipe! Raves from the entire family. Way better than chilis version. Mix the boneless chicken with a tablespoon of Cajun seasoning in a bowl. I made this tonight, and it was spectacular. But this was SO TASTY! Happy to hear that, Jill! Shredded chicken in the crockpot genius! Prepare the cream sauce. Look super vibrant and gorgeous. . Damn Delicious. Drain and cover to keep warm. What tomatoes do you use and how much? Add the cream to the pan and bring to a simmer. This dish is soooo good and easy. So yummy! My whole life I thought old bay seasoning was Cajun seasoning. Real great flavor. Reseal bag and shake thoroughly until chicken is evenly coated. I pounded the chicken breasts to make them even in thickness, and after flipping it onto the other side, I covered the pan and turned the heat to low, so the chicken stayed moist and was thoroughly cooked. My three boys even had seconds. I will definitely make this again! Hi Jan, yes, it has salt in it. My daughter said it was the best pasta Ive ever made! It fed both of us plus left overs. Set aside and keep warm. That would be fine. Im making this again tonight. I added broccoli to get a little more veggies in and it was a hit. A beautiful dish, and I am sure just as creamy and tasty. Its best reheated if you reheat sauce separate then toss pasta in. I hope that helps! This was awesome Natasha! So glad you enjoyed it, Tonda! Hands down my favorite pasta recipe at the moment . I like to lighten up casseroles. I would definitely recommend Tony Chacheres if its available in your area. W I always double the recipe so we have plenty for leftovers, which are important to have in this house! Definitely goes on my great recipe list. Just wanted to tell you that I featured this recipe on my blog: http://adoseofsimple.com/2016/03/04/the-weekend-list-diy-dog-bed-leaf-wall-art-chicken-pasta/. It was my go-to. I used chicken thighs. Ive made this dish twice, now, and the kids loved it. Thanks a bunch! Add the uncooked pasta, milk, and broth. Unfortunately, the cream and butter are key ingredients in this dish so I do not recommend any kind of substitutes without further recipe testing. Do you think leftover chicken from cooking chicken broth will work well here? Fabulous. Its a keeper! This WAS good! I even made it while entertaining family and they loved it. Thank you for sharing, Rhi! Great copycat recipe! I made this tonight and it was delicious!! My entire family did too, even my super picky 5 year old that wont even touch beef. Add garlic stir to combine until fragrant, about 30 seconds. In a large skillet, saute chicken breasts over medium heat in 2 Tablespoons of butter, turning occasionally until cooked through. Add penne pasta and chicken broth. Start by frying onions in a little oil until softened. Add the broth, cream, pasta, and more cajun seasoning to taste, about 1/2 teaspoon. i would recommend leaving out the lemon. We all loved it!!! I am always tempted by the color and eye appeal of your recipe long before the taste reaches my lips! Quick and easy, will be making again. Especially if pounded to even thickness. Hope your not annoyed but thats a fact . I even impressed my Cajun neighbors with it! Thanks for this! Were happy to know that you loved this recipe a lot. I used scallions on top instead of parsley. It makes a good amount too and very filling. Unfortunately, without further recipe testing, I cannot answer with certainty. Anyway, if you cook and eat right away, its fantastic!! Always great! We put it over Spaghetti squash! Thank you for sharing with us. This looks incredible. This is super easy and SOOO delish! Cook noodles and chicken together: Cover and bring to a rapid boil. Hi Tracy, We link the exact cajun we use in the recipe if youd like to take a look for more specifics. By clicking Accept All Cookies, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. In a small bowl, add paprika, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes; stir to combine. I made this the other night and it was soooo good! As they blended with the sauce? Great idea with the spinach, always looking to sneak that in to meals . And that vegetable-filled Alfredo sauce yum! The 5 stars is because this recipe is totally versatile. Uncover; stir. Geri. Im happy it was enjoyed. I usually cook myself because of my foody nature but i always love pasta which cooked by my wife. Your blog is awesome! My whole family LOVES this dish! It still turned out fine. In the same skillet over medium heat, saute the butter and garlic for 30-60 seconds or until the garlic is fragrant. So glad it was enjoyed. The flavors will actually develop really nicely, but the Alfredo sauce will get absorbed and become less creamy. Set aside. I love this recipe! My husband gobbled it up and asked for seconds! I did taper down the cajun coz of toddlers but we all loved it! Thank you for the recipe.