The spice, the cream, the butter! Continue whisking for 2 minutes or until sauce starts to slightly thicken and comes to a boil. 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. Top with tomatoes and basil. As I mentioned - this recipe uses 1 pot and just 30 minutes! So glad you followed the recipe as recommended, thank you for the great review! Boiled chicken doesnt taste the same as a grilled/seared chicken, and grilled chicken gives a bit of a smoky flavor. So good! I had to toss. Shake to coat. Plenty for 2 meals. Im happy it was enjoyed. Yes, an enamel-coated pan/pot would work great for this recipe. Bring to a simmer and add the chicken back to the pan. Swap in shrimp for the chicken, add your favorite veggies, adjust the spice level to your family's tasteyou can't go wrong! Or would it taste okay without? Looks tasty! Add the cream to the pan and bring to a simmer. In other words, will it be good for lunch the next day? . Ive made this for 2 days in a row now. I dont really understand why. Then, cut the chicken into 1/2 to 3/4-inch cubes, place the cubed chicken in a bowl, and pour the Cajun seasoning over. Will definitely make again, such a quick week night meal. Happy to hear that, Jill! Thank you for your good comments and feedback! I almost didnt add the tomatoes because I felt they were just for garnish but they are very much needed to add some fresh cooling flavors that help cut through the delicious cream sauce. I did add some of the Cajun seasoning to the sauce as well as someone suggested. Will be attempting a dairy free version tonight for supper. Thats awesome! Thank you!!!!!! Sear in olive oil. Next time I will double it. I didnt have heavy cream OR half and half, so I used milk thickened with corn starch, and also added a few tablespoons of cream cheese for extra fat. Homemade Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is such a simple and quick recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners. My whole life I thought old bay seasoning was Cajun seasoning. My husband and I made this tonight and followed it exactly except I didnt have fresh parm (just the stuff in the jar and did half cup instead). Then heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet. Cook noodles and chicken together: Cover and bring to a rapid boil. It was a hit! Freezing sounds like an amazing idea but unfortunately, I cannot answer this with certainty as I have never tried freezing this myself. Be sure to reserve some pasta cooking water for later. Stir in the sauce on medium heat just until the spinach starts to wilt and sinks into the sauce. Most people will never notice the switch if the rest of the dish is great! Made this tonight ! Easy DIY cajun seasoning recipe: I used this alfredo recipe as a base. It was excellent. My three boys even had seconds. The only changes made were to add mushrooms and another clove of garlic. That is so kind, thank you! I have not tested any dairy-free alternative to advise. So glad I tried this recipe, you are fantastic! It was such an easy recipe and my entire family loved it! I made this for my bf and I one week and he says its the best pasta recipe weve had. Simmer until thickened a bit. I needed a Cajun alternative to a Jamaican jerk chicken pasta since I couldnt get my hands on the right seasoning. It is super easy to make and everyone loves it. Great copycat recipe! Read my disclosure policy. Been making this dish since the 70s. Mix the boneless chicken with a tablespoon of Cajun seasoning in a bowl. Looking great and tasty toooo! Get weekly updates on new recipes, exclusive giveaways plus behind the scenes photos. Added the sliced breasts along with parsley and sliced scallions. is another substitution suggestion, slightly healthier than half and half if thats what youre looking for (I usually use 2% milk). I used half and half cuz that is what I had. Come join me in my culinary adventures where we'll be using simple, fresh ingredients and transforming them into sophisticated and elegant meals for the everyday home cook. Reduce the heat and stir in cream, basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. I had to substitute the heavy whipping cream for 18% cream (half and half) due to dietary issues and worked out beautifully! This looks absolutely delicious. Im happy this was a hit! I will definitely be making this one again! I am a fan of the Food Network Shows that feature lots of great Chefs. On the tomatoes, I know you said fresh and not peeled. Were so happy to know this! Oh em gee. Hi Sara! I cant get enough of the full-flavor Cajun seasoning with chicken and pasta. Delicious! Its in our meal rotation at least once a month. Meanwhile, boil the linguine pasta. First of all, combine all the ingredients for the Cajun seasoning in a small bowl. Hi Caroline, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We even commented recently that this recipe is better than the Cajun Pasta at House of Blues (Orlando). Perfection! Hi Anna! I love this recipe! Melt the butter and add the garlic. A friend shared this recipe with me and I just finished making it for the 3rd time. Add onions and bell peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes or until onions are translucent. FREE BONUS: 5 Secrets to Be a Better Cook! WoW Yummy .. I am so looking forward to making this dish later in the week. Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. That is the best when kids love what we moms make. Hi, Im Dina, so glad you stopped by! It's easy to adapt, too. Ive made this before and it was delicious!!! My family LOVED this meal! Cook, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes. Everything turns out PERFECT!!!! Sprinkle chicken with salt and 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning, or more if desired. Your videos are awesome. This was absolutely amazing!! I am dreaming this awesome dish and my mouth is full of water. I made it with zoodles instead of pasta. You can reheat as needed on the stovetop, microwave or oven its up to you! Will definitely make again! Re-heating isnt an issue here youll have some cream or half and half left over, just add a capful or a bit of butter and re-heat away. I liked the touch of cold tomatoes on top and my chicken was nice and juicy. We didnt have any leftovers! Hi Christine, it will be less creamy and may struggle to thicken as a full-fat heavy whipping cream, but that should still work! Thank you for sharing. This was amazing!!! But you can use half whipping cream and half whole milk next time. Sorry, I do not have an amount. Now you cake cook the chicken or a skillet, on the grill, or even in the oven. Absolutely highly recommend!!! Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. What tomatoes do you use and how much? Paul Prudhommes recipe called bronzed cajun chicken pasta green onions added! This recipe is excellent!! This recipe is AWESOME! Pro Tip:You can cook the chicken by pan frying, grilling, or even baking in the oven! It was asolutely delicious! Hi Lindsey, while I havent tried that, several of my readers reported great results using spinach! That 1-2 mins before adding parmesan should thicken the sauce up real nice; if its too thick, just add more milk. Love it! Thank you! Served over zoodles for my daughter and myself and linguine for my husband, Just made This recipe. Directions Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. I wouldnt change a thing . thanks Chungah. Whisk in flour and then gradually stir in half and half or unsweetened almond milk mixture. My husband is not a huge fan of pasta and he had two big servings. Ive made this a couple of times, and it seriously is so yummy! It is a huge hit with the kids! Add the sliced chicken and cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until combined and pasta and chicken are warmed through. I made this tonight, and it was spectacular. Delish! This post may contain affiliate links. Your email address will not be published. This was amazing as is, but I felt it needed the Holy Trinity (in Cajun cooking, this refers to diced onion, celery, and bell pepper). Your blog is awesome! Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Hi Jan, yes, it has salt in it. I double the ingredients except for the pasta. Youre welcome! My daughter said it was the best pasta Ive ever made! . Not such thing as good jar Alfredo. Thats all I use now as I have an intolerance to dairy also. So glad it was a hit. Delicious! Unfortunately, the cream and butter are key ingredients in this dish so I do not recommend any kind of substitutes without further recipe testing. It was easy and quick and sooo delicious. The kids ask almost weekly when will I make it again! Im so glad you enjoyed it, Katharina! Add garlic stir to combine until fragrant, about 30 seconds. You will love all the flavors from the dish and it comes together in under 30 minutes so its perfect for busy weeknights. My hubby and I LOVE this recipe!! The rotation of the rotisserie creates self basting and slow roasting skewers resulting in juicy and succulent meats such as Spit-Roasted Chicken and Hanger Steak with Horseradish-Whipped Potatoes. It's most traditionally served with rice and contains sausage, chicken, and shrimp. With homemade pasta. Then cook 1 pound of penne pasta until al dente. This looks delicious but the instructions include diced tomatoes and I dont see any in the picture. Thank you for sharing. Asking due to a family member with kidney disease on low sodium diet. I even made it while entertaining family and they loved it. Amazing. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Will it ruin the taste if I add the Cajun packet to the sauce instead? Hi Kristy! Going to try the chicken grilled next time now that its getting warm. I made this tonight. Prep: Cut chicken breasts lengthwise into thinner cutlets and place in a large bowl. I used Zatarains Cajun seasoning. I am a chef and no matter which way you look at it pan frying, grill pan, oven, steam etc a chicken breast cannot be done in that time. This whole recipe was amazing and I cant wait to make it again! Probably something like a white wine since it pairs well with pasta. it will cook on 5-6 min per side. Cut the chicken into 1/2 to 3/4-inch cubes. This kicked-up cajun chicken pasta recipe is a family favorite and my most requested dish. This is awesome. Add the olive oil and butter to a large deep skillet. Tonight the husband requested something with chicken, garlic and cream and I knew this would check all the boxes. So incredibly tasty and easy to make! Wonderful recipe! Definitely a keeper. Do you use fresh tomatoes or canned? Im so glad you love this recipe. Preheat olive oil in a large pot over med-high heat. Remove from pan. Creamy pasta with pieces of tender and juicy cajun flavored chicken in the most delicious homemade cajun sauce. Ive made this several times. That sounds really good, Cheryl! Working in two batches, melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium high heat in a large heavy bottom skillet. 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! My husband loves Chilis Cajun chicken pasta. Im so glad you loved it. . My Family loves it everytime I make it Thank you so much for this recipe!! This a a great recipe, wouldnt change a thing. You can toss the chicken right in the spices. Im happy it was enjoyed. I am making this for my partners 30th. Your family will love it. The Cajun seasoning we use is Cajun Two Step so if you dont like spicy, try that one. Super simple and oh so delicious!!! This was amazing. Made tonight for dinner. Thank you for sharing. I love how the Cajun seasoning balances the richness of the cream sauce. 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. Thank you for the review. Such a simple, perfect spicy recipe. Hi from Ireland! Could see andouille sausage as a nice add or replacing the chicken. Dont know if that changed any flavor but the chicken was delicious! Even had other people make it too from telling them about it!!! Add of the cooked chicken (sliced into small strips) and half the bacon (already cooked and drained of fat). How to make creamy Cajun chicken pasta sauce: Place the pan back over mediumheat and add a tablespoon of butter (or use oil). . Add 1-2 tsp of Cajun seasoning and pour in the cream and lemon juice. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, salt, and pepper. Cook pasta to al dente and set aside. Cut chicken breast into strips. Substitutions may hinder the recipe outcome. I have 3 sons and this is one of their favorite dishes! Can this recipe be frozen? This is so good! YUMMY!!! Delicious!!! Im so happy youre enjoying my recipes, Marlen! YUM! Watch. Hi Traci! This dish is so delicious! Hi Hanna, the amount of cajun seasoning in this will make it super flavorful did you possibly forget the cajun or cut it back? The recipe itself is great,wonderful flavors. Read more comments/reviewsAdd comment/review. I made my own cajun spice mix (recipe from allrecipes.com) to put on the chicken breasts. I froze your Tuscan Chicken in portions, thawed and made fresh pasta to serve it with and it was just as good the night I made it! (Mostly because he keeps saying, Honey, can you make that pasta again?) I also recommended the pasta to my mother who made it. I verified and updated the recipe card with the brand of Cajun seasoning that we used. Absolutely delicious! The 4th time I added broccoli . I didnt want to go out to eat tonight, so I decided to try this instead. This sounds absolutely delicious! 3. Is the lemon zest a key part of the recipe? Thank you so much for the huge compliment Kelly! This is delicious! We used this McCormick Cajun seasoning HERE which has significantly less sodium. Hi Celina, I havent tried those substitutions, so I cant speak to that. Thanks for sharing this recipe. I did taper down the cajun coz of toddlers but we all loved it! Thank you for sharing! This will be making it into our rotation! I have not had this without the parmesan. I would love to try this out every week ! In a large 13 x 9-inch baking dish, stir together uncooked pasta, Alfredo sauce, chicken broth, chicken, undrained tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, Cajun seasoning, and minced garlic. I dont get why people have to always be so negative BTW Great recipe! Thanks. Ive used this recipe before but I decided to make a few additions. I used full fat coconut milk in place of half n half. hi there! I am big lover of chicken and all the stuffs made by chicken make me feel so hungry. I would half that next time and possibly double the sauce. 1cup milk + 1-2tbsp corn starch (mix them real well before adding!) I will have to look into it. Btw, isnt the blooming onion from Outback? Mix the flour, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Kosher salt and black pepper together in one bowl. Thank you so much for this recipe! Thanks so much! I have a Deiss zesting tool and this recipe gave me a chance to use it! Thank you and have a great day. Toss to coat it evenly. Perhaps the recipes from my culture have conditioned me to expect a lot of spices and flavour and seasoning. Cajun seasoning is a mixture of several different spices that you probably have in your pantry. Thanks for the recipe! Hi Sue! I was sort of wishing Id cooked the scallionsa little so next time Ill add them to the dish earlier. 1 teaspoon Salt. Heat 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a heavy skillet over high heat. Made it, loved it! Im so glad to hear that, Liana! Set aside. I hope you love this recipe! Love it! Delicious dinner, my fianc and I enjoyed every bit of it. I didnt only used a Tablespoon of cajun seasoning because some dont like it spicy and it was perfect. He asks for it about once a month. Simply Home Cooked Recipes Cuisine Cajun Chicken Pasta. A beautiful dish, and I am sure just as creamy and tasty. Even my kids liked it and that is saying something! This pasta is a little spicy, creamy, and full of flavor. Another high light is EASY dish!!!!! Youre welcome! The next day blanched some summer squash that it coming out my ears and adjusted the seasonings. Cook over medium/high heat for 2-3 . This dish is awesome as a leftover too. I just tried this recipe and it was delicious. Thank you so much for sharing that with me. We make this probably once a month, and every time we do we say the same thing. Thanks a lot! Place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a plastic bag. This is actually very important in my opinion. The timing here is simply an estimation and obviously not set in stone. Wipe out the pasta pot, then add 2 tablespoons olive oil and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering. Required fields are marked *. Hi Kathy, thats great! Thank you for the feedback. In a large skillet, saute chicken breasts over medium heat in 2 Tablespoons of butter, turning occasionally until cooked through. It was absolutely delicious! If you dont have the zest, make sure you use juice. I love that you use heavy cream in this pasta recipe! What would be good? Im printing this one out and thinking of maybe adding some sriracha to it! Once cooked, drain pasta, rinse with cold water, and set aside until ready to combine. Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is such a simple and quick recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners. Thats so great! Definitely will make again and would suggest to anyone. Always great! Its really easy to cook and inexpensive to buy! Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Remove the Cajun pasta sauce from the stove top and add in 1 1/2 cups of grated Parmesan cheese. This Recipe is the best!!! Freeze: You can store this pasta in the freezer in an airtight container for 3-6 months. Very nice recipe! Youre very welcome. Thank you for sharing that with us, Gerri! 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. Taste of Home is America's #1 cooking magazine. Bring to a boil. Add warm reserved pasta water if desired to thin the sauce. Everyone loved it! Making it for the second time. Anyways it was sooo good. I think it pulled forward an old link for the Cajun Seasoning. Perfection!!!! It comes together quickly at the end. Made this today and it was so good!!! Add green and red bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and green onions; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. It still turned out fine. Gradually whisk in heavy cream and lemon zest. Loved it so much, there was no leftovers! Will give it a try today. As always, please use your best judgment regarding substitutions and modifications. Thank you for this recipe. Do you recommend any type of Cajun Seasoning? Hi Crysta! Add chicken to the pan with the peppers. Save the remaining of the seasoning for pasta. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This was delicious! Thank you, Hi Kathy! Sounds good, I bet that will work just fine! I love this! Juicy, Thats wonderful! Keep doing what youre doing! Already asking when is the next time Im going to make it again. so easy too. This was an absolute hit at our house. This was absolutely DELICIOUS!!!!! Even my son liked it and the best part was I had everything in my kitchen already, I used can tomatoes, which were great and penne pasta, perfect, my now go to dish. How to Make Cajun Chicken Pasta: Prep the Chicken: Rinse the chicken in water and put in a Tupperware container or large resealable bag. Thanks a bunch! I love cajun flavor and would love to make it as is but some family members do not care for cajun flavor. Thats wonderful! This Cajun pasta recipe is a wonderful one pan dinner option! After the first time I made this, my husband and kids loved it. Season to taste if needed. Thanks for the recipe! Have you tried freezing the sauce? I waited to cut the chicken until the end, and served on top of the pasta. I would use the seasonings to your taste preference. Instructions. Should canned, drained diced tomatoes be used in this recipe. I also liked using the diced tomatoes for added color. Quick and easy! Thank you for sharing! This was the easiest, tastiest Cajun chicken pasta I ever made, it was DELICIOUS! Im considering making this for a party. All you need is a slice of Focaccia Bread to soak up the creamy sauce, plus a simple Caesar Salad for a memorable pasta night. i cant seem to find it here in mexico unless its combined with whipping cream and its sweet, so i was wondering how can i substitute it. Can I make this without the chicken? Its best reheated if you reheat sauce separate then toss pasta in. Home Recipes Dishes & Beverages Pasta Dishes. While the chicken cooked, I squeezed fresh lemon juice on the meat and again while it was plated and covered. Tasted amazing, loved the lemon taste mixed with the Cajun chicken. Go to the store the sauce is amazing. I havent heard that feedback before which makes me think something was changed? That means if you bought large chicken breasts, slice each one in half horizontally. Im making this recipe tonight. This looks lovely this dish is really balanced but its delicious as well! This dish is soooo good and easy. Keeper recipe! It was a creamy cajun pasta with shrimp and chicken. I cant see why this would be any different, but I just thought I would ask! I made a small addition with 2 cups baby spinach and used julienned Roma tomatoes. Thanks for all your amazing recipes. This is absolutely delicious! I made this today and it was delicious. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe with us! We always allow for/make for leftovers, so full box/16oz of pasta. Also added a few bottled roasted red peppers that I had. Cook 3-4 minutes, just until shrimp are opaque and cooked through, flipping half way through. Homemade is always so much better and Im glad you loved it! I ate it. Thank you for sharing, It can out amazing, my family is in love with this meal. I cant eat tomatoes. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until chicken is nearly cooked through. Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta | How To Make Cajun Chicken Pasta Ingredients The Secret To Make A Delicious Creamy Shrimp Pasta Recipe | 30 Minute Meal Island Vibe Cooking Cheeseburger. It's super easy and delicious! Add chicken and cook, flipping once, until cooked through, about 5-6 minutes on each side. She kept asking for more! Mix together Cajun seasoning, salt, and brown sugar, then rub all over the chicken. Thanks in advance! Hi Jessica, yes, you can double this recipe, and it should work out great! 1. I tweak the recipe a little and added some bell peppers and chili flakes and it really hit the spot! I find substituting a low or even Fat Free sour cream or pain yogurt does the trick. very interested in making this! My 12 year old daughter made this today & it was Awesome. And don't be intimidated by all the ingredients. Thank you for pointing that out. What kind of cream is this recipe asking for. Im glad you love this recipe. I was simply asking and trying to help troubleshoot if I could, thats it. Thank you for sharing. We had this over zucchini noodles! 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. My entire family loved it and it was super easy. I hate Alfredo sauce from a jar. OMG Natasha, that recipe was so good. So I decided to try this. Add chicken broth + pasta. I used Mrs. Now its one of our favorites and I make it twice a month. Would recommend 100 I was shocked. Making a second one tonight with shimp. Store in an airtight container. Just made it for dinner tonight and everyone loved it. I did add an onion and a couple of chopped bell peppers st the same time as the garlic because always like vegetables I also cut up the chicken before seasoning just because. Im so glad you loved it, Liz! Thats wonderful, Jennifer! This pasta dish is easy and fast. Directions Rub chicken with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning. I will definitely be making this over and over again! We will definitely make it again! Add chicken to the hot pan and cook until browned. Maybe onions, too. 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! After all,have you seentheir blooming onion? I'm Natasha Kravchuk. Delicious! She and my father liked it was well. What Cajun seasoning did you use to get such a low sodium per serving? Thank you for sharing that with us, Suzette! I will definitely be making it again!! Also, can this be refrigerated and consume some days after? I tasted it as well and had to try hard to limit my portion! With my easy to follow step-by-step recipes, youll be surprised at how quickly a wholesome and delicious meal can come together. I always recommend doing your own calculations since the nutrition calculator will pull generic nutrition info for cajun seasoning rather than for a specific brand. Absolutely delicious! Hi Roy! Have tried the chicken in strips, in chunks, etc., and wound up going with cut into strips, then half or third, but also add them in last, or a good chunk of the nicely browsed seasoning washes off the chickenso warm up the (6-8 cloves oops, another minor change) garlic and butter, add tomatoes and then add the cream and parmesan, then the pasta and mix, and only then add the chickenor lay it on top. This is DELICIOUS! Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness (between to -inch). Cajun chicken pasta is easy and delicious. Thank you . I used a can of Rotel for diced tomatoes and the kids loved it . As they blended with the sauce? Uncover; stir. We made this the other night and everyone loved it. Reduce noodles by 1/2 (to lower carbs) and add 8oz steamed broccoli or green beans to the sauce along w/ noodles. Great dish just added buffalo sauce for spice a little jalapeo and mushrooms! They both were skeptical at first but their plates were finished in minutes and they went back for seconds, AND requested it for next week already. Marinate for 15-30 minutes in the fridge. heres what they said: Wow! Preheat oven to 425F (220C). So, it is up to you! I like pasta so much & tried many of its kind but this one was really yummy & delicious. Add the diced tomatoes and saute another 2 minutes. Meanwhile, combine 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, teaspoon salt, and teaspoon pepper in a zippered bag. I liked this recipe very much. We are going to be 8 adults and I am not sure how many servings I should go with. All three of my picky children enjoyed this meal. Add cooked linguine, toss, and heat through. In any case Im printing this one out! I sear my chicken in butter instead of oil. This delicious pasta goes great with sides, veggies, and other main dishes. He works 11:00-7:30 PM. And Im currently following WW and it wasnt as bad as I thought it would be and made it work for my day! Question. . So glad you enjoyed this recipe. I am VERY new to cooking and I was surprised at how easy this pasta was to make (: Thank you so much for the awesome recipe! I did make it without the tomatoes. Cook and stir until slightly thickened, 4-6 minutes. Should I toss the shredded chicken in the spices, or add the spices to the sauce? Great idea with the spinach, always looking to sneak that in to meals . top. Hi Micah! I am making this tonight, but am shredding the chicken (its in a crockpot now), because my husband (and myself if Im honest) can be particular when it comes to chicken sometimes. Stir in Parmesan until slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Hi Lynda, I have not tried that. Thank you for the recipe. I was skeptic about using the 2Tbsp of Cajun Seasoning because its usually leads to it being salty, but this was perfect. Step 3: Heat the oil in a large skillet, and cook the chicken in batches over medium-high heat, about 5 minutes per side. Heres What Were Buying From Martha Stewarts Newly Launched Amazon Collection, Do not Sell or Share My Personal Information, 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2x1/2-in. I will definitely make this again! Cook, whisking constantly, until incorporated, about 1-2 minutes. I actually do not have a brand that I prefer over others it just depends what my grocery store carries and if there are any sales. Me, my husband, AND even my 2 year old daughter loved it! In a gallon size Ziploc bag, addchicken, 1 tablespoon olive oil and cajun seasoning, shaking to coat thoroughly. Definitely a keeper.. Hi Kim, we prefer it with the tomatoes and always recommend making the recipe as written first, but I get making adjustments picky eaters! Im glad your son wasnt harmed and so glad you were still able to enjoy what was left of the recipe! Im glad its become a favorite, Gloria. hands down my favorite recipe, sooooo good! I would definitely double it. Im glad you love my recipes. Real great flavor. We appreciate it! Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 Tbsp salt. It was a great day for me when I made this wonderful cajun chicken pasta. That sounds like such a great idea but unfortunately, without further recipe testing, I cannot answer with certainty. Thank you so much for sharing. That would be fine. Explore. 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