Cajun Cream Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake
If you’re in search of a heartwarming dish that’s both creamy and bursting with flavor, this Cajun Cream Cheese Chicken Pasta Bake is just what you need! Combining tender chicken, pasta, and a zesty cream cheese sauce seasoned with Cajun spices, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. It’s easy to prepare and serves as a fantastic centerpiece for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Plus, the one-pan preparation means less cleanup, leaving you more time to enjoy your meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté cubed chicken with Cajun seasoning until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, red bell pepper, and garlic for 3-4 minutes.
- Add cream cheese and stir until melted. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; mix well.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Return chicken to skillet and add drained pasta; mix thoroughly.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg