Cajun Chicken Protein Pasta
Bring wholesome comfort and rich culinary technique to your table with this flavorful Cajun Chicken Protein Pasta. Crafted with fresh ingredients and balanced seasonings, this dish delivers deeply satisfying taste in every serving.
Recipe Timing
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4 servings
- Difficulty: Intermediate
Key Takeaways
- Quick & Reliable: Ready in 35 minutes with intermediate difficulty, yielding 4 servings.
- Texture Contrast: Highlights tender al dente pasta enveloped in a rich, glossy emulsified sauce.
- Serving Perfection: Best served steaming hot straight from the pan in warm pasta bowls with freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Stores effortlessly in an airtight container for easy entertaining.
Nutritional Recipe
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Protein: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fat: 22g
- Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
Why You’ll Love This Cajun Chicken Protein Pasta
This Cajun Chicken Protein Pasta delivers hearty comfort, layered aromas, and deeply satisfying textures. It comes together effortlessly using wholesome everyday ingredients, making it a reliable favorite for busy days and special occasions alike.
The Complete Cooking Journey
From the moment you begin measuring out your fresh ingredients and preparing your kitchen workspace, inviting aromas begin to build. Watching the textures transform and develop deep color is deeply satisfying, promising restaurant-quality comfort when served.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 lb authentic dry Italian pasta (such as penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti)
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets
- 1 can (28 oz) San Marzano crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for garnish
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Cajun Chicken Protein Pasta
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 lb authentic dry Italian pasta (such as penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti)
5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets
1 can (28 oz) San Marzano crushed tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp dried oregano
4 cloves fresh garlic, thinly sliced
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
½ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Fresh basil leaves for garnish
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Nutrition
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g