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Cheesy Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake

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This creamy Cajun chicken pasta bake features blackened chicken and Alfredo. A quick, easy, and cheesy dinner recipe that's never dry!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 641
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake
  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • parsley for serving, if desired
Alfredo Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups milk

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente and preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet, then add the chicken and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fully cooked.
  3. Melt butter in a medium saucepan, then whisk in flour and stir constantly for 1 minute. Gradually add milk and bring to a simmer, stirring continuously. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, remove from heat, and stir in both cheeses until smooth.
  4. Toss the pasta and Alfredo sauce with the chicken in the skillet. Transfer the mixture to a greased 13x9-inch pan, top with cheddar cheese, and bake for 5 to 10 minutes until melted. Optionally, broil briefly at the end to brown the cheese.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 641kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 43gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 126mgSodium: 762mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7g

Notes

Original recipe from chefsavvy.com. Please do not publish my recipe or pictures without linking back to the original post. Thank you!