One Pot Creamy Garlic Cajun Chicken Pasta

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.