Cajun Style: One Pot Pasta & Chicken
Cajun Style: One Pot Pasta & Chicken
In a small bowl, combine:
1 tsp oregano, dried
1 tsp thyme, dried
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp pepper
Mix together, then toss with:
1 lb chicken, cut into 1/2" cubes
To a large pot, heated to medium, add:
1 Tbsp oil
Seasoned chicken
Brown the chicken and add:
1/2 cup onion, finely diced
Saute, and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Then add:
1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
2 cups chicken broth
Increase heat to high, bring to boil. Stir in:
8 oz pasta (penne recommended)
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover. Simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Shut off heat. Add:
2 oz cream cheese
Cover for 5 minutes.
Stir until cream cheese is mixed in.
Serve hot garnished with:
Green onions
Brenda tips:
Serving size: 4 servings
For extra spice, increase the cayenne pepper to 1 tsp, and conversely, if you prefer extra mild, leave out the cayenne.
Brenda's toddler loves this dish! He asks for seconds & thirds & fourths when Brenda makes this tasty pasta.
Garlic toast (made with French Bread) pairs perfectly.