One Pot Creamy Garlic Cajun Chicken Pasta


At a glance
A flavorful, creamy garlic cajun chicken pasta cooked in one pot, using herbs, spices, chicken, pasta, and a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Tbsp (30ml) Olive Oil
- 600g (1.32lbs) Chicken Thigh, Boneless & Skinless, Diced
- 1 tsp (2.5g) Onion Powder
- 1 tsp (2.5g) Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp (1g) Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp (1g) Dried Thyme
- 2 1/2 Tbsp (7.5g) Smoked Paprika
- 1/2 tsp (1g) Red Chilli Powder
- 1 Brown (Yellow) Onion, Diced
- 5 Garlic Cloves, Minced
- 650ml (2 2/3 Cup) Chicken Stock
- 1 Can (400g-14oz) Canned Tomatoes
- 180ml (3/4 Cups) Thickened Cream
- 400g (14oz) Penne or Pasta of Choice
- 5g (0.2oz) Flat Leaf Parsley
- Seasoning To Taste
- Parmesan Cheese To Taste
Method
- 1
Heat 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add diced chicken thighs and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Stir in onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, smoked paprika, and red chilli powder.
- 5
Pour in chicken stock and canned tomatoes, bring to a simmer.
- 6
Add the pasta to the pot and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Stir in thickened cream and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- 8
Taste and season with additional seasoning if desired.
- 9
Garnish with chopped flat leaf parsley and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
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