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Healthy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe with Greek Yogurt

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One-pot healthy cajun chicken pasta recipe: crispy chicken and peppers in a creamy, high protein sauce. Ready in just 30 mins!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 467

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound short-cut pasta
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken tenders, cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 tablespoon, plus 1-2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
  • kosher salt and black pepper
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
  • crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente according to package directions, then drain.

Nutrition

Calories: 467kcal

Notes

Homemade Cajun Seasoning: mix 2 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika, 2 tablespoons garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 tablespoon dried thyme, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper, 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt, and 1 tablespoon black pepper. Makes 3/4 cup.